Graduate Surveyor, Business Space Agency

Graduate Surveyor, Business Space Agency

Location: Oxford Contract type: Permanent Hours: 37 Salary: Competitive Start date: September 2027

Application closing date: Saturday 31st October 2026 (closing early if high volume of suitable applications received)

About the Role

We're looking for a motivated, ambitious and commercially minded Graduate Surveyor to join our growing Business Space Agency (BSA) team in Oxford.

Based at our Oxford office, 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.

Our highly regarded BSA team act for a broad range of investors, developers and occupiers on prestigious commercial schemes across Oxford and the surrounding areas. The team has been involved in some of the largest and influential deals during the course of the last few years and continue to be one of the leading consultancy teams in the region.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting the marketing of available properties, including maintaining property databases, updating online listings and co-ordinating marketing materials.
• Preparing marketing reports, property schedules and client documentation.
• Handling applicant enquiries, managing follow-up communications and assisting with business development activities.
• Accompanying qualified surveyors on property inspections, measurements and viewings.
• Supporting negotiations with prospective occupiers and purchasers under the guidance of qualified surveyors.
• Attending client meetings and providing general administrative and operational support to the wider surveying team.

What You'll Achieve

As a Graduate 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.

Requirements

• A RICS-accredited degree in a relevant discipline, achieved at 2:1 classification or above.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing deadlines.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently when required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Desirable

• Previous work experience within the property sector and/or a customer-facing environment.
• An understanding of land and property matters, particularly in relation to the RICS APC competencies.
• Strong report-writing and analytical skills.

About 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.

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.

Benefits

• 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: up to 8% matched pension, 28 days holiday (+ bank holidays) as a minimum, birthday off work, a wellness day, paid sabbaticals, private medical cover, medicash plan, lifestyle discounts and perks.
• 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: Enhanced family leave policies to support individuals close to you.
• Work-Life Balance: Agile working to support your well-being.

Selection Process & Key Dates

• Online Aptitude Test: Following initial application review, shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete an online aptitude test. Invitations expected 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. Interviews will take place between 23rd November and 4th December.
• Final Interview & Assessment Centre: Successful candidates will be invited to attend our final interview and assessment centre on Thursday 17th December. This stage provides an opportunity to learn more about Bidwells, meet members of the team and demonstrate your skills through a series of activities and interviews.

We aim to communicate outcomes as quickly as possible after each stage. The dates above are indicative and may be subject to change.

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.

Additional Information

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

We don't use AI to screen applications. A member of our Talent team will review yours personally, because we believe recruitment is about people, not algorithms.