Graduate Development Surveyor

Location: Oxford

Salary: Competitive

Interview date: November/December 2026

Start date: July - September 2027

We are looking for ambitious students with a background in/knowledge of the sector to join our growing Planning & Development team in Oxford on a 3-year Graduate Programme.

Join a collaborative and ambitious Development team where you'll play an active role in supporting development projects from inception through to delivery. You'll gain hands-on experience across a broad range of development activities, working alongside experienced professionals and contributing to projects that create lasting value for clients and communities. Alongside practical experience, you'll benefit from structured professional development designed to support your progress towards MRICS qualification.

• Support the development team to deliver valuations and appraisals, development advisory and agency work

• Carry out research to support professional team with client requirements.

• Support with valuations using Argus.

• Report writing and drafting marketing.

• Develop relationships with clients, attend client meetings and ensure client requirements are met.

• Assist with other general professional work such as marketing and business development.

• Support the team with day-to-day activities including administration and compliance

• Develop a knowledge of the Carter Jonas business structure, our clients, systems, and processes.

• Work diligently towards achieving MRICS qualification, through the APC Structured Training Scheme, remaining motivated and committed to a career in property.

• Take responsibility for personal development, actively seeking out opportunities to broaden skills and experience.

• Identify opportunities for business development.

We're looking for aspiring development surveyors who are currently studying towards an RICS-accredited degree and are keen to develop their career within a leading Planning & Development consultancy. This is an opportunity to gain hands‑on experience across a wide range of projects, working alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about shaping places and unlocking development opportunities for clients.

Whilst previous experience gained through placements, internships or work experience within the planning profession is advantageous, we're equally interested in individuals who demonstrate curiosity, initiative and a genuine enthusiasm for the built and natural environment.

The successful candidate will be a strong communicator, an analytical thinker and a proactive problem solver who enjoys working collaboratively to deliver positive outcomes for clients. You'll be motivated to learn, comfortable managing competing priorities and excited by the opportunity to contribute to a diverse range of planning projects within a dynamic and supportive team.

If you're eager to challenge yourself, develop your professional expertise and play a role in shaping the future of places and communities, we'd love to hear from you.

Candidates will demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills, a collaborative approach to working with others, and proficiency across the Microsoft Office suite. Given the nature of the role and the need to travel to client sites and properties, a full UK driving licence is essential.

We offer a supportive team environment and the opportunity to develop your knowledge of all aspects of development surveying in our offices. Independence and individual responsibility will develop as candidates gain experience throughout the 3-year Graduate Programme.

At Carter Jonas, we're committed to supporting graduates throughout their professional development. Those working towards the APC will benefit from a…