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FAQ

Will I be given responsibility from the start?

At the Berkeley Group an entrepreneurial atmosphere exists whereby graduates are able to quickly gain responsibility for key projects from an early stage.

Am I too old to apply for the graduate scheme?

No, anyone can apply for the Berkeley Graduate Scheme as long as they meet the minimum academic requirements.

How can I expect my career to progress within the Berkeley Group?

Your career progression at The Berkeley Group depends upon you and your career plans. Impressing with the work that you do and being able to demonstrate that you are an asset to the business will stand you in good stead. Regular meetings with your mentor will help guide you in the right direction.

Can I choose which department I work in?

We generally recruit graduates with an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in a subject suited to a role in our technical, commercial, construction, land and planning, sales and marketing, or customer services departments. You will be asked to specify the department that you would like to work for in your application and you will join that department if your application is successful.

Can I choose the location that I work at?

You will not be able to state a preference for a specific location in your application and you should be prepared to move between offices and sites based upon business needs. However every effort will be made to ensure that you are placed in the most practical region for you.

Our main offices are located in Abingdon (Oxfordshire), Leatherhead (Surrey), Billingshurst (Sussex), Sevenoaks (Kent), Cobham (Surrey), Battersea (Wandsworth) and Finchley (Barnet). We also have project offices on our construction sites in London and the South East.

Is there a company car?

Graduates are not provided with a company car during their first year however petrol and other travel expenses incurred through work are reimbursed.

If I have already applied can I re-apply?

If you have been previously unsuccessful in gaining a place into the Berkeley Academy you may re-apply for this year's Graduate Scheme.

How long does the recruitment process take and what is involved?

You will be asked to submit an application to us via the "Submit Your Application" section of this website.

Selected applicants will be invited to interview. Those successful at the first interview may be required to undergo a second interview before being offered a role.

When can I expect to start work?

For the Graduate Scheme 2011 we expect job offers to be sent out during December/January and graduates will start work with us from January 2012.

What opportunities are there to undertake further study?

There is not a structured programme in place for further study. However, each case is different and there is always scope for further study if it helps in your job role.

Who can I contact if I have any questions on the Graduate Scheme or the application process?

Please email any queries to graduate.scheme@berkeleygroup.co.uk or phone us on (020) 7720 2600.