2026 Graduate Scheme - Commercial Real Estate

CBRE; City Of London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commercial real estate service provider is seeking graduates for their 2026 Graduate Scheme in Commercial Real Estate. The program lasts 24 months and involves training in various departments while completing the RICS APC. Ideal candidates are those with an RICS accredited degree or any degree discipline on track for a 2:1 minimum. Benefits include a competitive salary, dedicated learning resources, and employee discounts.

Benefits

25 days holiday + 2 at Christmas

Private health care

Yearly salary reviews

Discretionary bonus

Dedicated learning and development team

Qualifications

• Must have permission to work in the UK by the start of employment.
• On track for 2:1 minimum.
• Valid driving license desired but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Attend client meetings and present findings.
• Participate in training sessions to enhance skills.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Conduct market research to identify trends.
• Draft schedules and reports.

Skills

Passion for real estate

Self-motivated

Good communication skills

Attention to detail

Good MS Office skills

Education

RICS accredited degree or masters conversion course

Any degree discipline (for non-cognate)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

2026 Graduate Scheme - Commercial Real Estate

Job ID 234412

Posted 01-Sep-2025

Service line: Advisory Segment

Role type: Full-time

Locations: Aberdeen, Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Manchester, Oxford (UK locations)

Closing Date: 26th October 2025

Salary: £29,000 - £31,000 + benefits (depending on location)

About the opportunity: In joining CBRE’s Next Generation Cohort, you will be shaping the future of Real Estate. You will have excellent training and mentoring from industry experts and specialists, who will share invaluable knowledge and experience with you. You will be part of a wider cohort of like-minded young professionals who you will develop with in your career. We give you the opportunity to work on world class projects, with an unmatched portfolio of clients, so that you gain the knowledge, skills and ability to become the future leaders and our Next Generation of CBRE.

About the Opportunity

Our Commercial Graduate programme is 24 months long and offers the breadth of experience needed to work at the heart of the Real Estate industry. Throughout the two years you can expect to work in a minimum of two departments. These may include: Agency, Lease Advisory, Occupier, Planning, Development, Investment, Rating, Operational Real Estate and Valuation.

This structured programme focuses on the completion of the APC (Assessment of Professional Competence) through the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

Non-cognate pathway: Students will still complete their APC within the 2-year timeframe like the other graduates, but in addition they will complete a part-time RICS accredited Masters over the 2 years fully funded by CBRE.

What You’ll Do

• You will have the opportunity to attend client meetings and present your findings, gaining valuable experience in client interaction and communication
• You will participate in regular training sessions and workshops to enhance your professional skills and knowledge in commercial real estate
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams of varied sizes to deliver comprehensive real estate solutions to clients
• Utilising industry-specific software and other real estate analytics tools to perform tasks such as calculating rental, rating and valuation figures, and learning how to attribute relevant rates to specific properties
• Conducting market research to identify trends and opportunities in the commercial real estate sector
• Inspecting and measuring properties and undertaking viewings
• Drafting schedules and reports and the preparation of sales particulars
• Meeting required deadlines set by colleagues, clients and peers
• To maximise learning, all next generation cohort members are expected to be in the office on each of their working days
• You may from time to time be required to work additional hours as necessary

What You’ll Need

• A forward-thinking and enthusiastic individual with a passion for real estate and the built environment
• Self-motivated with good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong work ethic and proactive with a positive attitude
• Attention to detail, accuracy and good time management
• Must have permission to work in the UK by the start of employment
• RICS cognate: RICS accredited degree or RICS accredited masters conversion course (on track for 2:1 minimum)
• RICS non-cognate: Open to graduates from any degree discipline (on track for 2:1 minimum)
• Good MS Office skills including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Valid driving license (regional offices only)*

*Not an essential requirement for the role, but desired

The Application Process

• Online job-focused testing
• Phone screening
• Assessment Centre (held in December or January)
• Interview

Benefits

• Dedicated learning and development team
• Employee discounts
• 25 days holiday + 2 at Christmas
• Private health care
• Yearly salary reviews and discretionary bonus
• Plus many more…

Why CBRE

CBRE is a global leader in commercial real estate services and investment, offering opportunities to work with a diverse client base and contribute to shaping the future of real estate. We value respect, integrity, service and excellence, and welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate’s experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use AI tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)