REGIONAL AND URBAN PLANNING STUDIES
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Introduction Welcome from LSE Careers I would like to take this opportunity extend a warm welcome from LSE Careers. Although you’ve only just started your RUPS course, some of you will already be thinking about your career options when you finish. We’ve put this booklet together to help make sure you don’t miss out. On the next few pages you’ll find details of how to get one to one help from a careers consultant, where jobs are advertised and where you can find useful careers information. One thing we find is that every year a number of students miss deadlines for graduate schemes. Many have closing dates are often only a few weeks after you start here at the LSE! Although we’ve listed many of the larger companies offering structured graduate schemes, it is by no means a definitive list. Many of our graduates go on to work for smaller companies and policy making organisations who recruit in a very different way. For those of you with more professional experience, these schemes may also not be suitable for you. Remember to check company websites and look in the experienced hire section. LinkedIn is also a very useful resource to help you connect with others doing work you are interested in.
Welcome from the Department While at the LSE, take every opportunity you can to talk to alumni who have obtained graduate positions in GY450 and at our Meet the Employers evening, site visits and skills sessions. RUPS alumni have worked for a number of the companies listed here as both graduate trainees and mid-level and senior managers. You can check out our LinkedIn group for details of who is currently working for companies that interest you. Don’t forget too to make the most of LSE Careers. You can have a 1:1 career discussion about your career options, job search strategy, making applications and interviews. Vacancies are advertised on Career Hub and there is information about the property and built environment sector on the LSE Careers website.
We look forward to working with you over the coming year.
Getting started
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An overview of LSE Careers
What’s on:
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An overview of some of the main RICS accredited graduate schemes as well as other programmes of interest
Useful Resources Looking for jobs? We post all our opportunities on LSE CareerHub. You’ll also find our Employment Sector pages contain useful links to specialist external job sites and agencies.
Want to volunteer? We have our own Volunteer Centre which is part of LSE Careers. For more details
GETTING STARTED We run an extensive programme of career events and one to one appointments as well as advertising 100’s of jobs and volunteering opportunities on “LSE CareerHub” our online career management system. It can be a bit overwhelming to know where to start with it all, but if you start with the basics the rest should fall into place relatively easily. The basics
LSE CareerHub: This is where you’ll find all our jobs and volunteering opportunities, all our events (seminars, fairs, career panels) and also the place where you’ll go to book an appointment with a careers consultant.
First time on LSE CareerHub? Log in with your LSE username and password and then go to the preferences section and let us know what you are interested in. It will help us ensure we target the most relevant information to you.
Our website: This is where you’ll find all our specialist careers information as well as lots of useful advice on CVs, application forms and interviews. If you are looking to return home to your home country after LSE we have lots of international information too. lse.ac.uk/careers
Our location: We are on the 5th Floor of the Saw Swee Hock Building. Open from 9am5pm, Mon-Fri. We also have late opening on Thursday from 5—8pm
Need specialist career information? Check out the employment sector pages with useful links about regeneration and the built environment.
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RICS For a useful overview of the APC and routes to qualification, careers advice plus a graduate jobs board visit the RICS website.
OCTOBER—DECEMBER Employer Presentations and Careers Fairs coming up: October and November are our busiest months. Many of the major banks and consultancies are at careers fairs and doing presentations, both on and off campus. There are too many to list here. Check out LSE CareerHub for the most up-to-date listing and to sign-up.
The LSE RUPS Group have an active LinkedIn group where members share news, research expertise, job opportunities and connect with one another in a professional capacity. LSE MSc Regional & Urban Planning Studies
Property related events include: 13/10—Tishman Speyer: One of the leading owners, developers, operators, and managers of first-class real estate in the world. They have organised a site visit and presentation on their premises on Aldwych. Visit LSE CareerHub to book now 16/10—Madison International Realty: is a global leader in the acquisition of fractional and/or partial ownership interests in core real estate properties and portfolios. Key members of their management team will be on campus to introduce Madison International to LSE students. Visit LSE CareerHub to book. 28/10—Public Sector and Policy Fair: Will include representatives from several UK local authorities 30/10—Business and Management Fair: There are usually several property/real estate and energy companies represented including TIAA Henderson Real Estate and EDF Energy .
Sector Information You can find out more about the industry on the Property Needs You and RICS website.
Have significant relevant previous experience? If you have significant previous experience, recruitment agencies can be very helpful as they often recruit directly into specialist positions, often requiring some relevant experience. Examples include:
OCTOBER—DECEMBER GY450—Careers and Employability Workshops include: 23/10—Graduate Schemes & Employability: Maddie Smith from LSE Careers will come to speak about the ins and outs of applying for graduate schemes and how best to utilise the resources the School has on offer for career development. 30/10—Mr. Max Walmsley: Project Manager at CBRE and RUPS alumni: Managing urban projects from initial brief development and financial appraisal through to design, construction and sale. Focusing on delivering large urban developments and guiding clients through the planning process including technically complex change of use refurbishment schemes and large residential and leisure planning applications. Projects worked on to date include commercial offices, hotels, residential and major infrastructure schemes ranging in value from £5 million to £350 million. 6/11—Meet the Employers Evening: This event will be run in conjunction with the Planning Society. We will bring together alumni who work in planning related jobs for a networking event with food and drinks
LSE Careers Workshops: There are a range of employer and careers led seminars taking place throughout the term covering topics including CV writing, interview skills, assessment centres, psychometric testing, presentation skills and group working. See LSE CareerHub for a full listing.
Macdonald & Company : is the leading professional recruitment consultancy for the real estate, built environment, energy and environmental sectors. Established in 1994 and headquartered in the UK, we apply local knowledge with true global connection through our offices in Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and Africa.
The Oyster Partnership: is a specialist sector based recruitment agency covering property and surveying, estates and facilities, town planning and social housing. www.oysterpartnership.com
Alumni story Aaron Davis
JANUARY— JUNE Key events
We continue to run a wide range of lunchtime seminars on all aspects of careers (CVs, Cover Letters, Application Forms and many more) bookable on LSE CareerHub.
Our March Career Changer course is a 3 day seminar programme aimed at those with prior professional experience looking to change career direction.
Employer led skills sessions and presentations often covering specialist areas.
Employers will still be coming on campus so keep a look out for events of interest and emails in your Department.
Experienced hire networking evening on 4/3/2015
JULY—AUGUST Although our programme of seminars and events has finished for the academic year, the careers service remains open throughout the summer for one to one appointments. If you are not in the UK and would like to speak to a careers consultant please let us know and we can easily arrange a Skype appointment.
Remember that after you’ve handed in your dissertation and graduate later in the year you still have access to LSE Careers for up to two years.
Since graduation from the LSE, I started working for the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). Holding dual qualifications in landscape architecture and urban planning, my focus with the EBRD is on environmental policy and planning. Currently I am working in Russia for one of the largest environmental partnerships in Northern Europe - alongside the World Bank, NEFCO and the EIB. The position allows me to use my background in physical design together with the education gained from the LSE in policy and economics research. All in all, I couldn't be happier with the doors the RUPS programme opened.
EMPLOYER A-Z Graduate Traineeships Graduate schemes offer the opportunity of working for a company that is looking for early career professionals with a relevant degree, but perhaps not a great deal of experience. You will typically be able to pursue your APC with the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors via this route-way. Below are details about a number of companies who we know hire Graduate Trainees. It is by no means a definitive list and you should always do your own research. Internships Some of the companies listed below also offer internships that allow you to get an idea of what it is like to work in the sector. Experienced Hire If you have a few year’s experience, a graduate traineeship probably won’t be suitable. Have a look on the Experienced Hire or other relevant Division/Team on the websites. LinkedIn is also a great source of job opportunities and contacts too.
AECOM About: AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets, including transportation, facilities, environmental, energy, water and government. With approximately 45,000 employees around the world, AECOM is a leader in all of the key markets that it serves. AECOM provides a blend of global reach, local knowledge, innovation and technical excellence in delivering solutions that create, enhance and sustain the world's built, natural and social environments. A Fortune 500 company, AECOM serves clients in approximately 130 countries. Website: www.aecom.com/Careers/Students+and+Graduates Contact: careers@AECOM.com Other Info: We have had a number of alumni go on to work at AECOM.
Allsop About: Allsop is an independent property consultancy with a market-leading reputation for high quality service and integrity. To many people we are best-known as the UK’s largest and most successful property auction house but our reach is considerably wider, as can be seen in the various sections of this website. We have the people, the skills, the experience and the drive to maximise value for our clients in any given market and like to do business in our own distinctive Allsop style - open, friendly and honest. Clients appreciate this, which is why so many stay with us over the long term. In an unpredictable world, Allsop remains a reassuringly constant source of market knowledge, insight and expertise. Website: www.allsop.co.uk/75/careers/graduates Contact: graduates@allsop.co.uk Other Info: Closes Friday 21st November 2014 for September 2015 start.
Arup About: Founded in 1946 with an initial focus on structural engineering, Arup first came to the world’s attention with the structural design of the Sydney Opera House, followed by its work on the Centre Pompidou in Paris. Arup has since grown into a truly multidisciplinary organisation. Most recently, its work for the 2008 Olympics in Beijing has reaffirmed its reputation for delivering innovative and sustainable designs that reinvent the built environment. Arup brings together broad-minded individuals from a wide range of disciplines and encourages them to look beyond the constraints of their own specialisms. This unconventional approach to design springs in part from Arup’s ownership structure. The firm is owned in trust on behalf of its staff. The result is an independence of spirit that is reflected in the firm’s work, and in its dedicated pursuit of technical excellence. Website: www.arup.com/Home/Careers/Graduates_and_interns.aspx Contact: Apply on-line Other Info: Primarily engineering jobs – there are other positions and it is certainly worth investigation.
Asian Development Bank About: Since it was founded in 1966, ADB has been driven by an inspiration and dedication to improving people’s lives in Asia and the Pacific. By targeting our investments wisely, in partnership with our developing member countries and other stakeholders, we can alleviate poverty and help create a world in which everyone can share in the benefits of sustained and inclusive growth. Website: www.adb.org/site/careers/main Contact: Apply on-line Other Info: The Young Professionals Program (YPP) is the most relevant option here. We have had a graduate obtain this position in the past. Applications open from January to March. Look out for the ADB on campus as part of International Organisations Day in November.
Atkins About: Atkins is one of the world’s leading design, engineering and project management consultancies. Whether it’s the concept for a new skyscraper, the upgrade of a rail network, the modelling of a flood defense system or the improvement of a management process, we plan, design and enable solutions. Website: careers.atkinsglobal.com/uk/graduates Contact: Apply online
BNP Paribas Real Estate About: BNP Paribas Real Estate is formed of six business lines covering the entire property lifecycle: Property Development, Transaction, Consulting, Valuation, Property Management and Investment Management. Website: www.realestate.bnpparibas.co.uk Contact: Apply on-line Other Info: Applications open from October – December. We have had alumni work here.
Bouygues About: Founded by Francis Bouygues in 1952, Bouygues is a diversified industrial group with a strong corporate culture. Its businesses focus on three sectors: construction, with Bouygues Construction (building, civil works, energy and services), Bouygues Immobilier (property) and Colas (roads), telecoms with Bouygues Telecom and media with TF1. Website: www.bouygues.com/en/careers Contact: Apply on-line
Capita About: Capita’s Property and Infrastructure division offers real estate, infrastructure, management and design services and have over 4000 staff in over 50 UK and international offices. Sectors include commercial, retail, defense, energy, residential and central and local government. Offer support for the APC. Website: www.capitaproperty.co.uk. Apply on-line
Carillion About: Carillion is a leading integrated support services company with a substantial portfolio of Public Private Partnership projects and extensive construction capabilities. Has a scheme in business and project management. Website: www.carillionplc.com/careers/graduates Contact: Apply on-line
CBRE About: An integrated network of over 300 wholly owned offices in more than 50 countries. Our commercial property consultants advise more clients than any other commercial property adviser, combining the market-making of management consultants with the accountability of professional advisors. We work with occupiers, investors and developers of office, industrial and logistic, residential, retail and hotel property. Website: www.cbre.co.uk/graduates Contact: Apply on-line. Close on the 17 November
Colliers International About: Colliers International is the leader in global real estate services, defined by our spirit of enterprise. Through a culture of service excellence, and a shared sense of initiative, we integrate the resources of real estate specialists worldwide to accelerate the success of our partners. Colliers International operates in 512 offices in 61 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific. Our 12,500 professionals specialize in office, industrial, retail, hotel, residential and mixeduse properties. Website: www.colliers.com/en-GB/UK/about/careers/graduates Contact: Apply on-line Other Info: Applications open on 13 October 2014 and close the 28 November. We have had a graduate work for Colliers.
CVS UK About: CVS, the UK’s Leading Business Rates Specialist and now the UK’s Fastest Growing Property Services Firm, have been providing property advice to owners and occupiers of commercial premises for over 10 years. Our national network of Chartered Surveyors have a dedication to reducing business rates in commercial premises across the UK. Website: www.cvsuk.com/centre-of-rating-excellence Other Info: Its CORE programme is an intensive short placement/course which runs from 1st September – Friday 21st November
Cluttons About: A global real estate services company with a presence in over 50 countries. They provide a wide range of commercial and residential property and facilities management, valuation, agency, telecoms and consultancy services. They recruit graduates for several APC pathways. Website: www.cluttons.com Contact: Via the website and send a CV and covering letter to recruitmentUK@cluttons.com Other Info: Graduate scheme opens on 3 October 2014. They look for high caliber graduates throughout the year.
Cushman & Wakefield About: Cushman & Wakefield deliver integrated solutions to landlords, tenants and investors at each stage of the real estate & commercial property process. At C&W your career can go as far as your ambitions. Our 2.5 year Graduate Programme is unique in the industry, our 3x10 month rotations and structured training provide the best possible start to your career in property. We want you to come on a journey with us, starting with a permanent contract on Day 1, attaining your professional qualification, and progressing right through to Partner level. We will provide you with a world class structured development programme, giving you access to the right experience to develop as a rounded property professional, with subsequent opportunities to specialise into your chosen graduate career path. Support to gain your RICS or CFA qualification. Your qualification provides you with a launch pad to advance your career at Cushman & Wakefield globally. Post-qualification, we will continue to invest in you as a potential future Partner, and give you opportunities for international placements to further prepare you on your path to a leadership position within the firm. Website: www.cushmanwakefield.co.uk/en-gb/careers/your-career-and-cw/graduate-recruitment Contact: Apply on-line Other Info: Closing date 14 November 2014
Currie and Brown Currie & Brown has always viewed property and construction assets as having complex, integrated lifecycles. We deliver a portfolio of services along this lifecycle, from concept through design and construction to the management and maintenance of a project or asset. It is this perspective which forms the core of our "Asset Management" approach, utilising our core skills in cost, project and programme management, while our advisory services group provides whole-life asset services. Our Mission "To be the best provider of asset management consultancy services in our key markets through excellent client service" Service lines include advisory, due diligence and asset management Website: www.curriebrown.com/standard.php?page=recruitment
DTZ About: DTZ, a UGL company, is a global leader in property services. In the United Kingdom, we provide occupiers and investors on a local, regional and international scale with industry leading, end to end property solutions. DTZ in United Kingdom has over 1,390 employees operating over 13 offices. Website: www.dtz.com/UK/Careers/Graduates Contact: Alisa.Couchman@dtz.com Other Info: We have a number of alumni that have worked for DTZ. They also run a summer internship scheme. The application process for the 2015 Graduate Programme opened in September 2014.
Deloitte Real Estate About: Deloitte Real Estate provides comprehensive property consultancy, transaction and advisory services, working seamlessly with specialist teams in areas of assurance and advisory, tax, corporate finance and consulting, to deliver fully integrated expert solutions on a national and global basis. Working here will give you the chance to gain experience on a truly diverse range of property types – so expect some interesting inspections, valuations and negotiations. The calibre of clients is exceptionally high and you’ll have the opportunity to develop across different areas as your experience grows. There is a comprehensive suite of learning and development opportunities. Website: www.deloitterealestate.co.uk/Careers Contact: Apply on-line Other Info: Applications now open. Internships available. Deadlines: General Practice 23/11 Construction Advisory 30/11
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EBRD About: The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) was established in 1991 and is the largest financial investor in an area stretching from central Europe to central Asia. Our aim is to help these countries become open and democratic market economies. Website: www.ipp.ebrd.com Contact: Apply on-line Other Info: The International Professional Programme is perhaps the most relevant here. We have had graduates work for EBRD in the past. Look out for them on campus. Applications are now closed until next year.
ECORYS About: Ecorys is a leading European research and consultancy company specialising in economic, social and spatial development and aim to deliver real benefit to society . We are one of the oldest research and consulting companies in Europe. In the summer of 2014 we will proudly celebrate our 85th anniversary! Website: www.ecorys.com/workwithus/vacancies-ecorys Contact: info@ecorys.com
EIB European Investment Bank About: The EIB was created by the Treaty of Rome and has a mission to further the objectives of the European Union by making long-term finance available for sound investment. They run a GRAD programme aimed at recent graduates who are looking to gain early professional hand-on experience. Website: www.eib.org/about/jobs/working/graduate Contact: Apply on-line Other Info: They also run a series of internships and do sometimes come on campus
Gensler About: Gensler is a firm of architects, designers, planners and consultants who partner with clients on some 3,000 projects every year. These projects can be as small as a wine label or as large as a new urban district. With more than 3,000 professionals networked across 43 locations, Gensler offers exciting opportunities. Website: www.gensler.com/careers Contact: Heather_Storry@gensler.com Other Info: We have an award scheme and partnership set up with Gensler. The best student of the year receives a ÂŁ500.00 prize and an opportunity to interview with Gensler.
Gerald Eve About: Gerald Eve is the 3rd largest partnership of chartered surveyors and property consultants in the UK. With a national network of nine offices we provide one of the highest partner-client ratios for our sector. Website: www.gebesomebody.com/ Contact: Apply on-line. Other Info: Applications open. Deadline for the 2015 intake is December 19th, 2014.
Goldcrest About: London property developer specialising in land acquisition, development and sales since 1982. Also has an in-house team of architects. Website: www.goldcrestland.com/careers Contact: Apply on-line Other Info: Application cycle currently closed. The 2015 cycle should open this autumn.
Groupe Chronos About: Chronos est un cabinet d'études et de prospective dont les travaux s'articulent autour de quatre grands thèmes : les mobilités, la ville, le numérique et le quotidien. Sous la direction du sociologue Bruno Marzloff, Chronos a créé une plateforme d'échange, le Groupe Chronos, qui réunit des acteurs des transports, des intelligences, des médias et de la Ville. Comment les outils numériques transforment les organisations des territoires et des individus ? Quelles mobilités imaginer à l'heure du partage et du renouveau énergétique ? Comment oeuvrer pour des villes vivables et des mobilités désirables ? Quels services de proximité imaginer pour soulager le quotidian des individus et faciliter le passage d'un lieu de la ville à un autre ? Ces questions sont à l'origine des recherches et travaux de Chronos. Notre équipe multidisciplinaire apporte des regards et des compétences croisés sur les objets étudiés. Des professionnels en sociologie, urbanisme, économie, géographie, management, information et philosophie travaillent ensemble pour proposer des analyses originales sur le futur des territoires, des déplacements et des organisations. Website: www.groupechronos.org Contact: Caroline de Francqueville—caroline.defrancqueville@groupechronos.org Other Info: Clearly this is good for our French speaking students. Caroline is a RUPS graduate and would be happy to discuss opportunities with you.
Grosvenor About: Grosvenor is a privately owned property group, active in some of the world’s most dynamic cities. Our future success is tied to sustainable growth of the cities in which we have a presence. We have a vested interest in the future shape of the urban landscape and aim to help create and manage attractive and vibrant cities in which people choose to live and work. Website: www.grosvenor.com/about-grosvenor/careers/graduates Contact: Apply on-line Other Info: Applications for the new graduate scheme open October 6, 2014.
GVA About: GVA is a top UK property adviser in commercial property and property management. GVA is unlike other commercial property consultancies. We're independent for a start, so we're not tied to any faceless global brand. When you start here you'll be involved in exciting projects from day one, meeting clients, working with our most senior figures; in short, getting your hands dirty. How appealing is that? We're one of the UK's biggest multi-disciplinary consultancies, which means you get the chance to learn about anything and everything property related, from investment and property management to valuation, business rates and lease consultancy. You can't wait to get started on your career, and neither can we. And if you're looking to stand out from the crowd, you've come to a place where you'll have every chance to do just that. You'll receive all the support you need to pass your APC (and pass with flying colours) and to develop new skills and networks. Are you wondering how well you'll settle in? We're known for our down-to-earth and straightforward approach, so we promise you'll feel at home quickly. Website: graduates.gva.co.uk/apply Contact: Apply on-line Other Info: Applications accepted from 8th September until the 19th of November. Interviews run from December 2014 until January 2015.
Jones Lang LaSalle About: JLL are in business to create and deliver real value for clients, shareholders and our own people in a complex world that is constantly changing. Jones Lang LaSalle is a financial and professional services firm specialising in real estate services and investment management. Our more than 40,000 people in more than 1,000 locations in 70 countries serve the local, regional and global real estate needs of those clients, growing our company in the process. In response to changing client expectations and market conditions, we assemble teams of experts who deliver integrated services built on market insight and foresight, sound research and relevant market knowledge. We attract, develop and reward the best, and most diverse, people in our industry, challenging them to develop enduring client relationships built on quality service, collaboration and trust. Website: www.jll.co.uk/united-kingdom/en-gb/careers/graduate-recruitment Contact: Apply on-line Other Info: There are a number of relevant graduate schemes, including Commercial Practice and Project Management. We have a number of alumni who have gone on to work for Jones Lang LaSalle
Knight Frank About: We provide high quality residential property and commercial property services in 43 countries across the globe. We’re passionate about property. Our agents apply the highest standards of quality and integrity throughout all our property services, working continuously to serve our clients and earn their trust, which is why we are the world's largest privately owned global real estate agency and consultancy. Website: www.knightfrank.com/recruitment/graduates Contact: Apply on-line Other Info: The Graduate Scheme is now closed. It will open again in the Autumn. They also run summer internships – applications for internships typically open in February and close in April.
Lambert Smith Hampton About: Lambert Smith Hampton (LSH) commercial property consultants offer a full range of commercial property services and advice to both the private and public sectors. Services include acquisitions and disposals, investment, property management, building consultancy, valuation and lease advisory. Website: www.lsh.co.uk/commercial-property-careers/graduate-recruitment Contact: Apply on-line Other Info: We have alumni working for Lambert Smith Hampton.
Mott Macdonald About: Using our ingenuity to create lasting value for all – our customers, our people, the communities we work in. That’s what drives us. And as an employee-owned management, engineering and development consultancy working around the world, we have everything it takes to deliver sustained benefits, whatever the challenge. Website: www.mottmac.com/careers/graduate Contact: Apply on-line. Other Info: Although an engineering company they have graduate schemes in areas including: transport, management consultancy, project management and an environmental scheme
Rider Levett Bucknall About: An independent, global property and construction practice with over 3,500 people in more than 120 offices across Asia, Oceania, Europe, Middle East, Africa and the Americas. Services provided include Cost Management, Project Management and Advisory Services. Website: rlb.com/careers/emea/graduate-recruitment Contact: Apply on-line Other Info: Offer support for the APC via a QS or PM route and are open to applicants from cognate and non-cognate degrees. They also offer internships.
Savills About: Savills is a leading global real estate service provider. Established in 1855, we now have over 500 offices and associates around the world. Website: graduate.savills.co.uk/graduate-schemes Contact: Apply on-line Other Info: There are a number of schemes that you could look at: Planning & Development (RICS) and Commercial look the most relevant. Savills Graduate Programme 2015 Application Dates: 1 October - 10 November 2014 at 5pm (All pathways except Rural) 1 October - 24 November 2014 at 5pm (Rural) Start Date: September 2015. Some will start earlier in the year. Savills Summer Scheme 2015 Application Dates: 2 March - 30 March 2015 at 5pm. Placement Dates: June – 1-26 June 2015 July - 6 – 31 July 2015 August - 3 – 28 August 2015 Savills Insight Programme 2015 Application Dates: 9 February - 23 February 2015 at 5pm. Placement Dates: 13-17 April 2015
Tishman Speyer About: At Tishman Speyer, we convert opportunity into value through our expertise in every aspect of real estate. Our global professionals work collaboratively across disciplines and borders to bring together market-driven insights, experience and expertise. All of which allow us to create properties of enduring value around the world. Website: www.tishmanspeyer.com/careers/analyst-program Contact: Apply on-line Other Info: Tishman Speyer are having an open evening for LSE students on the 13/10. Sign-up online via LSE CareerHub
Turnberry Consulting About: Turnberry is a management consultancy providing development strategy advice across a range of varied and challenging projects. Our expertise is on specific project sectors including: Estate development; new communities; and suburban regeneration. Website: www.turnberryuk.com/company Contact: info@turnberryuk.com Other Info: No graduate recruitment site
Unibail Rodamco About: Unibail-Rodamco is Europe's leading listed commercial property company specializing in shopping centres in European capital cities, in offices in Paris and in Convention & Exhibition centres in Paris. Website: www.unibail-rodamco.com/W/do/centre/european-graduate-programme Contact: Email applications to graduate-programme@unibail-rodamco.com Other Info: There are a number of LSE graduates from a range of courses working for the company. They usually do a presentation/run a skills session at some point in the academic year.
URS About: URS Corporation is a leading provider of engineering, construction, and technical services for public agencies and private sector companies around the world. Website: www.urs.com/careers/ Contact: Apply on-line. Other Info: Also internship opportunities. See: www.urs.com/careers/recruitment/internships-college-relations
In-House Property Schemes John Lewis / Waitrose Property Services Scheme About: From project feasibilities, designing buildings and services and managing the construction of all new retail space, Property Services looks to create cost and environmentally-efficient design concepts for our department stores and supermarkets that allow the John Lewis and Waitrose businesses to grow. And once they’re up and running, we make certain we keep them in the best shape by doing all the maintenance ourselves too. Link: www.jlpjobs.com/partnership-jobs/head-office/head-office-jobs/property-services Contact: Apply on-line
Network Rail About: We’re one of this country’s largest property owners, so the opportunities for you to progress your career are huge. Our Property team ensures all our property is profitable. We reinvest all the income we make from our property portfolio into the railway – and this makes up a large share of our investment in Britain’s railway development. Link: www.networkrail.co.uk/careers/schemes/graduate/programmes/property Contact: Apply On-line Other Info: Applications closed. Applications for the 2014/2015 intake should open this Autumn.
Tesco Property Programme About: Property makes sure that every Tesco store, office and distribution centre is world class. And that’s based on what our customers tell us they want. Whether it’s a new build or a refresh, the look and feel has to be right - as does the stakeholder engagement and the way we collaborate, innovate and challenge the norm. Our cross-functional operation is all action. We don’t just put good graduates at the heart of our business. We put them at the forefront of the property industry. Link: www.tesco-graduates.com/graduate-programmes/property Contact: Apply On-line Other Info: Applications currently closed. Programme length is 1-2 years.
W M Morrison Property Scheme About: The hottest property we have is our graduates. That’s why we’re investing so much in training you. Our property portfolio has everything in it from factory premises and warehouses to Head Office, large stores to convenience stores, and as we carry out new store builds and refurbishments, the pace is fast and furious. Link: www.morrisonsgraduates.com/graduate-opportunities/property Contact: Apply On-line. Other Info: Two year scheme.
The Sociable Surveyors Scheme About: An all-expenses paid, global internship scheme in the property industry. Link: www.sociablesurveyors.com/apply Contact: Apply On-line Other Info: Application consists of creating a two-minute video demonstrating your passion for property and submitting it along with your CV. Applications are currently closed.
Other Commercial/Planning Graduate Schemes Below are a selection of some of the companies who have previously been on campus and advertised commercial/planning based schemes that may be of interest. If you are interested in working in the energy /utility industry then do check out individual company websites to see if they have a programme of interest. There are also extensive links on the employment sector pages of the LSE Careers website. If you are interested in Town/Transport Planning the respective professional bodies contain relevant information, links and directory of members which can be a useful way of identifying companies.
Centrica About: A leading integrated energy company, Centrica offers an analyst scheme Link: www.centrica.com Contact: Apply On-line Other Info: Placement is for four years. Applications are currently closed.
Mouchel About: Mouchel is an international infrastructure and business services group. We help to transform and sustain essential public services. We work in partnership with public and private sector clients to improve the day-to-day lives of millions of people. We provide advisory, design, project delivery and managed services associated with infrastructure and business services. We work in highways and transportation, local government, property, emergency services, health, education and utilities markets across the world. We have more than 6,500 people based in the UK, Middle East and Australia. Website: www.mouchel.com/working-for-us Contact: Apply online Other Info: Mouchel have been recruiting large numbers of graduates. Of particular interest to graduates might be transport planning and business services.
NHS Graduate Surveyor Trainee Programme 2014 About: Our goal is to create quality healthcare environments throughout England, and we aim to equip graduate trainees with the tools and opportunities to embrace a truly rewarding career as a Real Estate Professional. The programme gives RICSaccredited degree holding candidates the opportunity to attain full RICS membership and status as a qualified chartered surveyor. Website: www.property.nhs.uk/about-us/graduates Other Info: Queries to graduate.recruitment@property.nhs.uk. No closing dates available but last year was in June.
Severn Trent Water About: Providing clean water and taking away waste water for 8 million customers, minimising our carbon footprint, reducing sewer flooding – the scale and scope of what we do is huge. And as we work towards a more sustainable future, we need to find innovative, commercial solutions for complex challenges. Offer a Business Leaders programme. Link: www.severntrentgraduates.com Contact: Apply On-line Other Info: Applications close Friday, 12th December, 2014
TFL About: Here, you'll be improving the journeys of our four million daily customers. You'll be planning future service levels and major investment programmes over the years ahead. You'll be involved in analysing customers' demands and developing ideas and plans to match. From corporate strategy, transport planning and strategic analysis to project development, asset management and corporate communications, you will have a hands-on approach to shaping our future. Link: www.tfl.gov.uk/microsites/graduates Contact: Apply On-line Other Info: Most relevant is the Service Development Placements. Applications currently closed. For the 2014/2015 intake should open this Autumn.
Alumni story Kamil Wipyewski
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After two and a half years with DTZ London, Kamill assumed a new role as a senior appraiser at VR Wert, the appraisal arm of the Volksbanken Raiffeisenbanken Financial Services Network, in early 2010, where he responsible for the coordination of international valuation projects and appraisal work in the UK, U.S. and France. After ten years abroad, spent in the SF Bay Area and then London, Kamill is now back in Germany, based in Hamburg. He completed his RICS accreditation (MRICS) last year and is a member of the Urban Land Institute to keep informed on development matters, which still form part of his appraisal work and are a continuation of some of the topics studied in the RUPS programme.