Graduate Land & Development Surveyor

Bidwells; Oxford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

8% matched pension

28 days holiday

Job summary

Bidwells is seeking a motivated Graduate Land & Development Surveyor to join the Oxford office in September 2027. You’ll gain hands-on experience across a broad portfolio while learning from industry experts and developing towards RICS APC.

You’ll work with Residential, Planning, Commercial and Operational Living teams, supporting appraisals, reports and strategic advice for various clients in land development and consultancy.

Qualifications

• 2:1 in a relevant, RICS accredited degree within Estate Management, Planning and Development or similar/equivalent.
• Passionate about Real Estate and Development.
• Strong IT skills, specifically with Microsoft packages including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote & Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out research and valuations to develop lines of enquiry and identifying residential development land opportunities.
• Co-ordinating the collation and distribution of documentation for tenders and sales particulars.
• Undertaking marketing of single-build plots and small development sites whilst assisting the marketing and sale of larger sites.
• Preparing presentations to landowners and developers to win planning and development work for the firm.
• Maintaining a database of residential development opportunities and comparable sales transactions.

Skills

2:1 degree

Real estate interest

IT skills (MS Office)

Education

RICS accredited degree in Estate Management/Development

Tools

HubSpot CRM

Job description

We're looking for a motivated, ambitious and commercially minded Graduate Surveyor to join our growing Land & Development team in September 2027.

Based at our office in Oxford , you'll gain hands-on experience across a diverse portfolio while working alongside industry-leading experts and building the foundations of a successful surveying career.

Working collaboratively with colleagues across our Residential, Planning, Commercial and Operational Living teams, you'll benefit from a broad and well-rounded learning experience while developing the skills needed for a successful career in surveying and development consultancy.

This is an exciting opportunity to develop your expertise in land & development consultancy, supporting the delivery of appraisals, reports and strategic advice for a wide variety of clients.

Interested in joining us but looking for a different location?

In addition to this Oxford-based opportunity, we also have a Graduate Land & Development Surveyor opportunity based at our Cambridge Head Office.

As part of our highly regarded Land & Development team, you'll work alongside experienced professionals advising landowners, developers, institutional investors and corporate clients across the Eastern Region and beyond. From identifying development opportunities to helping maximise land and property values, you'll gain exposure to a diverse range of projects and property sectors from day one. Some of your key duties may include:

• Carrying out research and valuations to develop lines of enquiry and identifying residential development land opportunities.
• Co-ordinating the collation and distribution of documentation for tenders and sales particulars.
• Undertaking marketing of single-build plots and small development sites whilst assisting the marketing and sale of larger sites.
• Drafting reports to advise clients on cooperation agreements, option agreements, conditional contracts and general planning advice.
• Carrying out viewings at development sites.
• Creating and maintaining a database of residential development opportunities, together with a database of comparable sales transactions.
• Preparing presentations to both landowners and developers, promoting Bidwells’ services with the aim of winning planning and development work for the firm.
• Utilise and maintain contacts on our centralised system – HubSpot.
• Identifying and promoting opportunities for other Bidwells services associated with land development and in particular, securing New Homes instructions and work for other divisions.
• Maintaining APC diary and undertaking all necessary work in connection with the APC timetable and requirements.
• Providing administrative support to the team to ensure relevant paperwork and client files are kept up to date.

What you’ll achieve

As a Graduate Land & Development Surveyor, you'll gain hands-on experience across a broad range of projects while working alongside experienced professionals. You'll develop your technical expertise, build client relationships, contribute to project delivery and work towards achieving RICS Chartered status.

You'll have the opportunity to grow alongside us, and we're committed to supporting your progress every step of the way. We'll provide extensive assistance and tailored support to help you work towards your RICS APC, where our strong first-time pass rate speaks for itself.

You'll also join our two-year graduate development program, designed to enhance your personal effectiveness, commercial and financial acumen and client delivery skills. This program will help you build a robust foundation for a successful career in the property sector, taking you beyond your current technical expertise.

About You

• 2:1 in a relevant, RICS accredited degree within Estate Management, Planning and Development or similar/equivalent.
• Passionate about Real Estate and Development.
• Awareness and understanding of issues affecting the economy.
• Strong IT skills, specifically with Microsoft packages including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote & Outlook.
• Good interpersonal communication, both verbal and written.
• Excellent attention to detail, along with being a flexible and adaptable team player.
• Enthusiasm and energy, as well as a ‘can-do’ attitude!
• Full UK Driving license & access to a vehicle.

Why Bidwells?

We’re a different kind of business. Whilst we’re a major player in the property sector, Bidwells remains a privately-owned, independent Partnership, with an inclusive, entrepreneurial culture. We give our people autonomy and take the time to listen. As a certified B Corporation (B-Corp), we are dedicated to using our business as a force for good, driving innovation and creating long-term value for our clients, communities and the environment.

At Bidwells, we are driven by our mission to provide the UK’s most sustainable and innovative property advice. For over 185 years, we have been at the forefront of real estate and have expanded our influence from our Cambridge head office across the Golden Triangle and beyond.

In 2024, Bidwells became among the pioneering UK property consultancies to receive BCorp accreditation, reflecting our commitment to being a responsible, purpose-driven business.

What’s in it for you

Competitive Salary: We recognise and reward talent with generous salary and group bonus scheme. As a Real Living Wage employer, we’re committed to fair pay that reflects the true cost of living.

Comprehensive Benefits: including up to 8% matched pension, 28 days holiday (+ bank holidays) as a minimum, along with your birthday off work, a wellness day, paid sabbaticals, private medical cover, medicash plan, lifestyle discounts and perks, and more.

Professional Development: Continuous learning, study support and promotion opportunities.

Innovative Culture: Be part of a forward-thinking team at the forefront of industry trends.

Family Friendly:We offer enhanced family leave policies to support individuals close to you.

Work-Life Balance: We value your well-being and offer agile working to support it.

Bidwells is committed to an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive and belong. We welcome applications from all suitable qualified candidates and flexible working requests are considered from day one.

Right to Work in the UK

Any employment offer made is contingent on you obtaining and maintaining the right to work and reside legally in the UK. We welcome applications from candidates who have their own right to work within the UK, where you can maintain and demonstrate your right to work throughout the duration of your employment.

Bidwells are unable to sponsor candidates for this role as the Home Office's eligibility criteria will not be satisfied.

Use of AI

Here at Bidwells,we don’t use AI to screen your application. A member of our Talent team will review it personally, because we believe recruitment is about people, not algorithms.

As for your application, we know AI can be a great tool, but please don’t let it do all the talking. Use AI to help you prepare if you would like, but make sure your application is authentic and reflects you. We want to hear your voice, your experience and what makes you, you.

Selection Process & Key Dates

We're committed to providing a fair and engaging recruitment experience. Below is an outline of our selection process and indicative timelines.

- Online Aptitude Test:Following our initial application review, shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete an online aptitude test. Invitations are expected to be issued on or around 6th November.

- Stage 1 Interview (Microsoft Teams): Candidates who successfully complete the aptitude test will be invited to a 15-minute virtual interview with our Early Careers lead. These interviews will take place between 23 rd November and 4 th December.

- Final Interview & Assessment Centre: Successful candidates will then be invited to attend our final interview and assessment centre on Tuesday 15 th December. This stage provides an opportunity for you to learn more about Bidwells, meet members of the team and demonstrate your skills through a series of activities and interviews.

Keeping You Updated:We aim to communicate outcomes as quickly as possible after each stage of the recruitment process. Please note that the dates above are indicative and may be subject to change.