Role title:
Architectural Apprentice
Location:
Oxford (Botley, OX2 0QL)
Salary:
£24,000 + £1,000 sign on bonus
Start Date:
Monday 7th September 2026
About the team:
Our architectural team offers a full-service approach, from early-stage concept and budget advice to complete turnkey delivery. With over 35 years of experience, we specialise in educational, residential, and heritage projects, including listed buildings and sensitive rural development. We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Architectural Apprentice to join our dynamic team in Oxford. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to begin their career in architecture, gain hands-on experience, and work towards professional qualifications.
The team operates within the Building Consultancy division, working closely alongside our Oxford Building Surveying and Project Management teams.
Day to day duties:
- Assist the architectural team with design development, technical drawings, and project documentation
- Contribute to concept design, presentations, and visualisations
- Carry out site visits, surveys, and assist with producing reports
- Collaborate with consultants, contractors, and clients under supervision
- Support in preparing planning applications and building regulation submissions
- Maintain accurate project records and assist with administrative tasks
Key skills:
- A keen interest in architecture and design
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
- Decision making & problem solving
- Collaboration
- Building Relationships
- Planning and Organising
- Adaptability
- Resilience
- Basic knowledge of design software (AutoCAD, Sketchup and Adobe Creative Suite)
How you’ll make an impact:
- Good organisational skills
- Word, Excel and PowerPoint capabilities
- Good written, presentation and numerical skills are essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Diligent and detail driven
- Able to work individually and as part of a team
- Punctual, reliable, keen and enthusiastic
- Thirst for knowledge and self-motivated
Ahead of anything else, we look for individualism and diversity in our apprentice intake - so it's very important at every stage of the selection process that you take the opportunity to show us what you're really like. Be honest and above all, be yourself.
Training:
On the job training is provided to ensure all the required knowledge and experience is obtained throughout the apprenticeship to qualify successfully.
4 year training programme which includes a part time undergraduate degree (Level 6 Architecture Degree Apprenticeship) and an End Point Assessment (EPA). The degree is prescribed by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) and provides Part 1 status with the ARB.
We will provide the full suite of Savills training programme including mandatory health and safety and office training, as well as specific training relevant to your role.
We ensure that your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is current and that all staff are fully up to date with changes to legislation and business needs.
Benefits:
- Permanent contract for all apprentices, as opposed to a training contract
- Interest free season ticket loan
- Pension Scheme – Royal London
- Training costs covered
- 25 days annual leave
- Employee discounts - save money using our MyRewards on thousands of discounts and offers
- Sports activities (Hockey, Netball, Skiing, Rugby, Football, Cricket, Badminton & Squash)
- Employee Assistance Programme – A 24 hour service available to all staff and completely confidential
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- ShareSave - Save As You Earn share option scheme
Find your place to thrive:
Savills is an organisation full of extraordinary individuals. Brilliant people at the forefront of their specialisms, eager to drive progress for themselves, their colleagues and our business as part of a truly inclusive culture.
No matter the role you’re in, we all share one purpose: to help people thrive through places and spaces. This is built into our DNA, shaping the way we behave to deliver the best results. We define it by four key values. We listen, We empower, We challenge, We collaborate.
Working Week:
Five full days in the office, working hours 9:00am to 5:30pm. One of these days each week will be dedicated to apprenticeship studies.
Assessment for this role:
- Application Form - CV and question (applications close at 9am on Monday 16th February)
- Online Assessment – SHL (will be sent on application completion and will need to be completed by 12pm on Monday 16th February)
- Screening Call & Presentation (between Monday 9th March – Friday 13th March)
- Assessment Centre & Interview (Thursday 9th April, in London Head Office - 33 Margaret Street, London, W1G 0JD)
We reserve the right to close applications at our discretion prior to the stated deadline. We recommend submitting your application as soon as possible to ensure consideration.
Applicants are permitted to utilise AI tools to assist in the preparation of their application materials. However, all information submitted must be factually accurate and originate from the applicant's own experiences. Content generated by AI should be used solely as a supportive tool and must be thoroughly reviewed and edited to ensure authenticity. All information provided will be evaluated during the interview process. Applications containing inaccuracies, plagiarised material, or content copied from internet sources will be withdrawn from consideration. For internal candidates, such instances may also lead to disciplinary action.
Entry requirements:
GCSE English and Maths at Level 4 (Grade C) or above is a mandatory requirement and you may not apply if you are currently studying for or already have a degree. You will also need a minimum of 120 - 128 UCAS points.
You must be eligible to live, work and remain in the UK, within 1 hour’s commute of the office you are applying to.
