Property Investment

Why Property Investment?

Our property team at Standard Life Investments has become one of the largest and fastest-growing real estate investment managers in the world and as one of the biggest property investors in Europe, we have access to some of the best deals in the market. As a graduate, you'll develop all the skills needed to manage a growing portfolio and to maximise investment returns for our clients. Our portfolio in the UK is wide spread, so you’ll need to be prepared for early flights and long days.

Our entry requirements

2:1 in property management, land management/economy

Your training

The best way to learn a job is by doing it. That’s why the most important aspect of your training during your two-year programme will be gaining hands-on experience. You'll be involved in all aspects of managing a property portfolio. Working with a portfolio manager, you'll learn how to chair letting meetings, issue instructions to solicitors, manage development projects and deal with property consultants, agents and tenants.

In addition to this practical experience, you'll also be expected to pass the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Assessment of Professional Competence (APC) and qualify as a chartered surveyor.

Your development

Because we believe in giving you responsibility early in your career, you’ll be helping to manage a property portfolio from day one. We’ll expect you to quickly fit into the team and move on to manage your own portfolio to exacting performance targets.

Every day you could be involved in buying and selling properties, valuations, lease renewals and negotiations, rent reviews, refurbishment and development projects, as well as determining the tenant mix. You'll also be expected to identify investment opportunities.

In addition, your personal development may focus on subjects like presentation skills, building customer relationships and the art of negotiation.

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