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Do you have what it takes to join our Commercial, Office & Labs team?
We're looking for a motivated, ambitious and commercially minded Graduate Surveyor to join our growing Office & Labs team in September 2027.
Based at our Head Office in Cambridge, 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.
Bidwells' Commercial Division is a market leader across the Oxford-Cambridge Arc and the UK's thriving Science & Technology sector. With offices in Cambridge, Oxford, Milton Keynes and Norwich, we advise some of the country's most innovative occupiers, investors, developers and landowners across the South East and East of England.
What you’ll be doing
The Office & Labs team provides a comprehensive service in the disposal and acquisition of office/research & development property, to developers, pension funds, financial institutions, tenants and landowners. This includes advising on new development, refurbishment, arrangement of comprehensive marketing campaigns and negotiating the best terms to meet client objectives, whether this is for landlord or tenant. Liaising with other in-house teams allows us to provide a range of services to clients and increase income for the firm. Some key duties of the role may include:
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Supporting the delivery of agency instructions across the Office & Laboratory sector, including acquisitions, lettings and disposals.
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Assisting in advising clients on property purchases, sales and lettings, ensuring opportunities and risks are fully assessed.
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Preparing marketing materials, sales particulars and property information.
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Undertaking property viewings, market research and comparable evidence analysis.
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Supporting development advisory projects, working with clients to maximise the value and performance of their office and laboratory assets.
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Building and maintaining relationships with clients whilst supporting wider business development initiatives.
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Developing a strong understanding of the Office & Laboratory market and identifying new opportunities for clients and the business.
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Collaborating with colleagues across Agency, Lease Consultancy, Property Management, Planning, Residential, Built Environment and Rural teams to deliver integrated client solutions.
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.
About You
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2:1 in a RICS-accredited cognate degree or equivalent.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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Computer literate with a good level of skill in Microsoft packages including Excel, Word & Outlook.
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Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and work on own proactive initiative.
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Willingness to learn new skills and systems along with good administrative skills and attention to detail.
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Good team-player with a proactive and positive attitude.
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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 suitably 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 23rd November and 4th December.
Final Interview & Assessment Centre: Successful candidates will then be invited to attend our final interview and assessment centre on Friday 11th 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.
Our Graduate vacancies are due to close on Saturday 31st October 2026, however we reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.
