Chartered Surveyor Apprentice Other - John Crane - Slough

Smiths Group plc; Slough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education towards MSc and RICS chartership

Practical hands-on experience

Mentorship from property partners

Job summary

Smiths Group plc is looking for an Apprentice Chartered Surveyor to join its property team in Slough. This 3-year program combines work and study towards an MSc in Real Estate Management, and includes gaining RICS chartership.

The apprentice will assist the Property Manager with various responsibilities including liaising with stakeholders, negotiating leases, and supporting site acquisitions. Ideal candidates will have GCSEs and a Bachelor's degree in a STEM subject.

This role also offers opportunities for mentorship and practical experience in a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be committed to learning while working.
• Valid passport is required due to overseas travel.

Responsibilities

• Support the Property Manager in property-related tasks.
• Liaise with various stakeholders in real estate.
• Review and negotiate leases and contracts.
• Assist in acquisition and disposal of sites globally.
• Maintain records and provide administrative support.

Skills

Advanced MS Office skills

Decision making ability

Team working skills

Strong communication skills

Time management skills

Attention to detail

Education

5 GCSEs at Grade 5 or above including English and Maths

Bachelor’s degree with honours 2:1 in a STEM subject

Job description

Job Description

John Crane is the largest division of Smiths Group, a global multi-faceted engineering business. John Crane designs, manufactures and services precision wet and dry gas seals for the oil, gas and hydrogen industries across the world.

Our property team has responsibility and oversight for its occupational portfolio focusing on providing modern, safe, fit for purpose premises in the right locations on economic terms. The current portfolio extends to 180+ leasehold and freehold properties in more than 40 countries. We have a fantastic opportunity for an Apprentice Chartered Surveyor to join our team. This is a 3-year programme where you will complete your learning journey with The University of the Built Environment. You will work towards a MSc degree in Real Estate Management and gain your RICS chartered membership alongside your role at John Crane.

Our Chartered Surveyor Apprentice will support our Property Manager with:

• Liaising with Smiths Global Real Estate Partner
• Reviewing, negotiating leases and contracts
• Supporting the acquisition and disposal of sites worldwide, overseas travel will be required
• Working with internal and external legal counsel
• Liaising with external brokers and specialist consultants
• Collating information for regular progress calls
• Oversight of major fit-out and premises Capex projects
• Providing support and advice to individual site leaders on property related issues
• Day to day property related tasks
• Upkeep of records and data
• Other administrative tasks

What We Offer

• Education: You will be enrolled onto the Chartered Surveyor MSc Apprenticeship which will be delivered online by our training partner UBE. If you successfully complete your Apprenticeship you will be awarded a Real Estate Management degree and gain your RICS chartership alongside your role at John Crane.
• Learning Opportunities: Gain practical hands‑on experience within our property team and soft skills development from our early career team
• Mentorship: Learn from our property partners at Cushman and Wakefield
• Impactful Work: The opportunity to be a part of the volunteering team for The Smiths Foundation

Qualifications

The Individual

• Committed to learning and working at the same time
• Advanced MS Office skills
• Decision making ability and good influencing / team working skills
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team
• Time management and organisational skillsGreat attention to detail

Entry Requirements

• 5 GCSEs. Grade 5 or above to include English and Maths
• Bachelor’s degree with honours 2:1 or equivalent preferably in a STEM subject
• Valid passport will be required as overseas travel is part of this role

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our careers website (Careers - Smiths Group plc ).