In this update, we’re covering exciting developments from the world of Carter Jonas.
This update covers exciting developments from the world of Carter Jonas, including firmwide success, a promising affiliation and graduate updates.
firmwide success
In January, we announced a solid set of financial results for the year ended 30 April 2022, recording a fee income of £81.03 million, up 15% on the previous year. Discussing these results, our Chief Executive, Mark Granger, said this performance demonstrates the resilience of our long-term business strategy, which we embarked upon in 2020, coupled with the hard work of our people and a positive response from our clients.
Mark identified our ability to adapt and pull together as one of our greatest strengths, adding that we are well placed to weather challenges, helped in no small part by our continued investment in our people. Carter Jonas currently has 97 trainees on our APC programme, including graduates and apprentices. Additionally, we have recently appointed a new head of sustainability to build on our ESG programme and establish a compelling and resilient approach to our sustainability targets and objectives.
christie's international real estate
This news was followed by the announcement that Carter Jonas is now the exclusive UK affiliate of Christie’s International Real Estate. Commenting on the development, Lisa Simon, Carter Jonas’ head of residential, said our professionals know the London and regional property markets inside out and have a wealth of experience in the industry. Their expertise includes a comprehensive grasp of the motivations and day-to-day realities of our clients, enabling them to advise from a long-term point of view. As the exclusive UK affiliate of Christie’s International Real Estate, we look forward to leveraging the world-class marketing programs, its globally recognised brand and its extensive network, to offer our clients greater scale and exposure while growing our luxury business nationally.
GRADUATE & EARLY CAREERS
Graduate opportunity
graduate Infrastructure Surveyor - Telecoms
We are currently looking for someone who has an interest or some experience within the telecoms sector due to an increase in client base and instructions over the last 12 months. This is an exciting opportunity to get involved in and work towards their APC, providing strategic and tactical advice along with supporting on litigation and expert witness reports to internal and external clients. Due to the scope of Carter Jonas' work in infrastructures and beyond, there are opportunities to broaden experience across property consultancy.
spring apc
Our Spring APC event will be held in Harrogate this year. We are pleased to be joined by Scott Harkness to give a Management Board update and Q&A, which will be a great opportunity for the graduates to gain a broader understanding of the business. We will also be welcoming Tom Roundell Greene to deliver a sustainability presentation, to share his knowledge give us a greater understanding of this important topic.
Slightly different from previous years, the graduates have been busy preparing technical sessions to deliver to everyone on a wide range of competencies, including measuring and data management.
On day two we will be attending site visits across the region and then working on a site activity based on our observations.
Insight Days
Did you catch our University or School Insight Days in February? We invited university students and school students to attend our London Head office to showcase.
EDI
Our EDI network will be meeting later this month to brainstorm events and initiatives for the upcoming 12 month. This is an exciting time for us to share ideas to help further develop our EDI goals.
We have been using RARE Contextual Recruitment System as part of our graduate and apprenticeship recruitment. It has been a great additional tool for us to establish more context to applications. The system has proved to be a positive experience which will be continuing to use with all early careers roles going forward. Finally, the HR team will be running taster days with Barnardos charity to help support young adults preparing to seek future employment.
Internships
Our virtual internship will be held from 27 - 31 March this year. We will be welcoming 30 interns to join us virtually for the week to hear presentations from across the business as well as working on a case study with their graduate buddies.
We received a high number of applications for our summer internship. Did you apply? If so, we will be getting in touch with you in the next few weeks with an update on your application.
60 second interview with Abigail Darkin, Assistant Surveyor
What did you study and how does that relate to your role now?
I studied Fashion Business and Promotion as a bachelor’s degree, and I am currently studying Real Estate as a master’s degree.
I am training to become a Rural Surveyor, so my bachelor’s degree does not necessarily relate. However, my master’s degree has prepared me for work involving valuations, property management and sales/purchases. It is also RICS accredited which enables me to sit the APC to become a Chartered Surveyor.
What attracted you to Carter Jonas?
The variety of work and clients that Carter Jonas are involved in.
Describe the office and virtual culture in three words
Supportive, ambitious, and friendly.
What's your favourite thing about your team?
Everyone gets on so well and there is always cake in the office!
Share an interesting fact you've learnt since joining Carter Jonas
There is approximately 22 million acres of farmland in England. That’s the equivalent of over 16.6 million football pitches.
What advice would you give to those looking to start a career in property?
Always be willing to work hard and spend time developing your knowledge and experience. Ask lots of questions!
What's the most exciting task you have been given as a graduate?
Undertaking an inspection of a country estate that was for sale with a guide price of £30,000,000.
