2026 Apprenticeship Scheme - Management Consultancy

CBRE Group; City of London; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate service company in London is offering a Management Consultancy Degree Apprenticeship starting in September 2026. The program includes rotations across various departments while working towards a prestigious Chartered Manager Degree with Reading University. Ideal for enthusiastic individuals with a passion for the built environment. The role offers a salary of £25,500 and benefits including private healthcare and 25 days holiday.

Benefits

Dedicated learning and development team

Employee discounts

25 days holiday + 2 faith days

Private health care

Yearly salary reviews

Discretionary bonus

Qualifications

• Permission to work in the UK by start of employment.
• Self-motivated with a good work ethic.
• Desirable to have MS Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in at least four rotations across departments.
• Engage in responsibilities like site visits and client meetings.
• Apply innovative solutions to deliver client value.

Skills

Enthusiasm for real estate

Good written and verbal communication skills

Strong work ethic

Attention to detail

Time management

Good MS Office skills

Education

5 GCSEs Grade C (or 4) or above including English and Mathematics

3 A Levels preferably including Mathematics or equivalent qualifications

Job description

Management Consultancy Degree Apprenticeship

Closing Date - 15th February

Start Date - September 2026

£25,500+ benefits

About the Role

CBRE is a global leader in property and real estate services, working with businesses, investors, and communities to create thriving spaces. By joining our Next Generation Cohort, you’ll be part of a supportive group of young professionals, learning from industry experts and gaining hands‑on experience in the world of real estate. No prior experience is needed—just enthusiasm and a willingness to learn. You’ll work on exciting projects, develop valuable skills, and build a foundation for a successful career.

About the Opportunity

Embark on an extraordinary journey with CBRE’s Management Consultancy Apprenticeship! This unique program offers you the chance to gain a prestigious Chartered Manager Degree with Reading University through at least four dynamic rotations across various areas of our business. Designed to equip you with the skills to hit the ground running, this apprenticeship will immerse you in real‑world projects and provide you with a comprehensive understanding of our industry. By the end of the program, you’ll be well‑prepared for a successful and impactful career in management consultancy, ready to take on the challenges of tomorrow.

What You’ll Do

• Participating in at least four rotations across various departments, gaining a broad understanding of the business and our strategic growth plans
• Engaging in day‑to‑day responsibilities such as site visits, client meetings, conducting research, and completing reports.
• Applying innovative, tech‑enabled, and data‑led solutions to deliver value to clients.
• Collaborating with teams to provide strategic advice and support to clients across various sectors.
• Balancing site‑based and desk‑based tasks, including phone calls, meetings, and administrative duties.
• To maximise learning, we ask all of our next generation cohort to be in the office on each of their working days
• You may from time to time be required to work additional hours as are necessary

What You’ll Need

• A forward‑thinking and enthusiastic individual with a passion for real estate & the built‑environment
• Self‑motivated with good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong work ethic and proactive with a positive attitude
• Attention to detail, accuracy and good time management
• The successful candidate must, by the start of the employment, have permission to work in the UK
• A minimum of 5 GCSEs Grade C (or 4) or above including English and Mathematics. (or equivalent Maths and English qualifications).
• 3 A Levels preferably including Mathematics, or related discipline. Alternatively, BTEC Extended Diploma with grades MMM or BTEC Diploma with grades DD. Overall equivalent to 96 UCAS points.
• Good MS Office skills including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint*

* Not an essential requirement for the role, but desired

The Application Process

• Online job‑focused testing
• Phone screening
• Assessment Centre (held in March or April)
• Interview

Benefits

• Dedicated learning and development team
• Employee discounts
• 25 days holiday + 2 faith days
• Private health care
• Yearly salary reviews and discretionary bonus
• Plus many more…

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward‑thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.