graduate brochure 2016 surveying your future

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1 graduate brochure 2016 surveying your future

2 Our vision To be the best at what we do, as judged by our clients and colleagues. Our values Simplicity Commitment Professionalism Entrepreneurialism Empowerment Pride

3 contents Clare Phillipson - her journey - page 4 Our graduate programme - page 5 Meet our colleagues - page 6 About us - page 8 About you - page 9 Benefits of working for Fisher German - page 10 How to apply - page 11 Meet your graduate team - page 12 Our community page 13 Final Word from our Managing Partner - page 14

4 Clare Phillipson from work experience to department head I m enjoying a fantastic career and couldn t recommend it more highly Work experience 1988 Joined full time 1990 Qualified as Surveyor 1998 to Partner 4

5 our graduate programme Through our six sectors, Fisher German cover a wide variety of work. This ensures you receive exposure to many different areas and we will encourage you to specialise in work which interests you. APC You will be fully supported throughout your APC, having an on-site supervisor and counsellor, and an off-site doctor who will meet with you throughout your qualification period. This programme enables you to: Have the opportunity to network with fellow s and develop your knowledge Have the opportunity to attend career developing events such as our firm-wide professional development days Temporarily transfer to another department to widen your competency experience Sit a mock interview with our RICS trained assessors here with Fisher German in preparation for sitting your APC Be continually assessed to ensure we are able to provide you with the best possible foundation stone to your career Meet your counsellor and doctor every six months to advise and guide you through the start of your career 5

6 meet our colleagues Helen Scott For me, Fisher German offered the chance to work for a well-established, dynamic and continually growing business with a strong focus on graduate training and clear career progression. 6

7 Mary Eyles 2014&15 Summer placement 2016 Joined as There is a welcoming, approachable atmosphere at Fisher German, which has really helped me to develop, especially prior to completing my studies George Roach 2015 Joined as I chose Fisher German because some people I knew at Uni already worked here and were very positive about the firm. They offer a variety of work and great support to get you through your APC. Jack Healy Qualified Surveyor 2013 Joined as 2014 Qualified as a Surveyor Fisher German are well known for the development of new systems and the utilisation of technology Joined as 2012 Qualified as a Surveyor 2015 to Associate Helen Scott Associate 7

8 about us We have 15 offices across the country There are c425 people in the firm We have had a 100% pass rate over the last two APC sessions pass 100% Our overall average APC pass rate is 92%, against a national average of 70% rate We have taken on 25 placement students over the past three years We have had a consistent year on year increase on the number of graduates the company takes on We have had three people shortlisted for RICS Young Surveyor of the Year in 2015/

9 about you Only one thing makes us who we are, and that s our people. To be open and honest, we like people who can be both an individual and who can become an integral team member with a sharp intellect and the ability to network with peers and clients alike. A spot of independent thought is highly regarded and communicating all ideas, no matter how small, will prove you have the motivation to do the job! We want your dedication, committment and unique skills and attributes. 9

10 benefits of working for Fisher German Professional Fees - We will pay for fees relating to your role, such as membership fees Holiday - You will have a starting holiday allowance of 23 days, which will increase over time Pension - When joining, you will be enrolled into our pension scheme, which we contribute 3% of your salary towards GoFish! - GoFish! is our exclusive portal which enables you to save money as you shop Technology- We provide you with up-to-date technology designed to support you in your role, both in and out of the office Private Medical Health Care - Once qualified, you will be invited to join our Private Health scheme Car - Once qualified, you will have the choice of either a company car or the equivalent cash allowance

11 interested? then you will need to know how to apply: Step 1 Apply online at fishergerman.co.uk/careers/graduates by Thursday 8 December We simply ask for a few contact details, a covering letter, a CV and for you to answer a couple of questions. Step 2 Step 3 If successful, we will invite you to come for an interview. It will last approximately 45 minutes. Second interviews will be held shortly afterwards at an office we believe will be most suited to you. Step 4 If you are successful, you will begin with us between July and September

12 meet your graduate team The team look after all elements of our APC programme. Each member joined as a themselves and this is how they progressed: 2008 Joined as 2010 Qualified as a Surveyor 2012 to Associate 2014 to Associate Partner Guy Hemus Associate Partner Grad Team Role: Development Programme, Mock APC and Recruitment 2003 Joined as 2005 Qualified as a Surveyor 2010 to Associate 2012 to Associate Partner 2015 to Partner Seb Kingsley Partner Grad Team Role: Mock APC and APC Training 2010 Joined as 2012 Qualified as a Surveyor 2014 to Associate 2015 to Associate Partner Ruth Ofield Associate Partner Grad Team Role: Development Programme 2002 Joined as 2006 Qualified as a Surveyor 2009 to Associate 2011 to Associate Partner 2015 to Partner Matthew Hodgetts Partner Grad Team Role: Development Programme 12

13 our community We expect you to work hard let s be honest, now and then there are periods of intense effort; that s the nature of the job. ord office The Staff half take on a marathon uns ud r m y t ari ch In addition, we hold firm-wide activities too, like our interoffice cricket and rugby tournaments. The no rthtake o west office n s peaks the three chall enge raising money for charity through bake sales, dress-down days, etc. inter- office crick compe titions et 13 The reward for your hard work is the opportunity for play time too. Each of our offices hold various social events, fundraising activities, charity work and some notorious Christmas Parties! gby ffice ru o r e t n i itions compet

14 When I look how Fisher German has progressed; its substantial growth even during an economic downturn, I am extremely proud 14

15 final word from our Managing Partner, Andrew Jackson I started as a Qualified Surveyor and it has taken me to the role of Managing Partner. When I look at how Fisher German has progressed - its substantial growth even during an economic downturn - I am extremely proud. That growth doesn t happen by accident. It happens by providing the right strategic direction, excellent financial management and, above all, by having the best people across the whole organisation. For us it is about finding people who have a passion for their chosen careers and who will be inspired by the same things. Don t for a minute think that we are looking to recruit clones or robots - we would not be the entrepreneurial firm we are today, if we did. At Fisher German we have personality; we re not a faceless organisation. We are a great firm with a long history. We are proud of that and work hard to do it justice. We aim to be trusted business advisers as well as surveyors and help our clients achieve what they want. We do recognise that you have a choice and I would strongly recommend you do as much research as possible to find the right organisation for you. All chartered surveyor firms are not the same; it is important to find somewhere you really want to work and we want graduates who really want to work with us. 15

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