Commercial Property Graduate Programme - Cardiff

About the role Our programme based in our Cardiff office, will give you exposure, experience, training and support so that, whatever skills and perspectives you bring, you’ll build on your potential. Our programme is designed to provide you with everything you need to confidently launch a career in the property industry. Following the ‘Commercial’ APC pathway, you will experience an unparalleled breadth of opportunities and explore a diverse range of projects. You’ll get exposure to an extended portfolio of clients, customers and properties and we will help you discover where your strengths and interests are best placed. The role will predominantly involve working within the agency team assisting with a multitude of tasks and giving the successful applicant a real opportunity to contribute to the office and get involved with a-number-of client instructions. We’re dedicated to seeing you fulfil your potential at Knight Frank, so we take learning and development seriously. If you did not study a RICS accredited degree, you’ll undertake your MSc in Real Estate whilst on the programme to ensure you have all the knowledge and tools to flourish in your career in property. Your work in our business will be measured as a learning experience within your portfolio and by completing  your APC, you’ll become a member of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), a professional body which will expand your network and horizons as you progress through your career. You will join the firm in September 2027, with the aim of completing the graduate scheme and qualifying as a surveyor in November 2029 ( RICS Autumn Sitting ). If you do not have a RICS accredited degree, you will complete the RICS accredited MSC alongside your work. You will join the firm in September 2027, with the aim of completing the graduate scheme and qualifying as a surveyor in March 2030 ( RICS Spring Sitting). Salary £28,000 starting salary plus a £1,000 sign-on bonus , alongside a comprehensive benefits package including private medical insurance, an employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, a cycle-to-work scheme and a range of retail and lifestyle discounts. About you With a passion for property, and the ambition to become an expert in the property sector, you will hold, or be on track to achieve, a 2:1 degree or above in any discipline. An RICS-accredited degree is advantageous, but we equally welcome applications from candidates studying non-RICS-accredited courses. More than anything, you’ll be a true team player ready to dedicate yourself to the role. This is a fantastic opportunity to launch a future-focused career right at the heart of the property industry. Office Working Policy We believe the best learning and development happens through in-person collaboration. As a result, this programme is primarily office-based, although hybrid working arrangements may be available depending on the team and business requirements. Eligibility Criteria A minimum C/4 and above in GCSE Maths & English Language 3 A-levels/equivalent e.g. Scottish Higher, International Baccalaureate 2:1 degree (or higher) in any subject, actual or predicted Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK and be able to maintain this throughout their employment with Knight Frank Application Process Online application form - Submit your CV and complete a series of application questions, including written, video, and voice-recorded responses. You can request any reasonable adjustments within your online application. We encourage you to share these requirements early so that we can provide appropriate support throughout each stage of the recruitment process. Online Assessment - Complete a Cappfinity assessment featuring a range of cognitive and behavioural exercises designed to assess your working style preferences, strengths and potential. We recommend reviewing the available hints and tips ahead of the assessment link. In-person Interview- Attend an in-person interview in the office in November 2026. This will involve meeting the team and senior members of the business. Offer Stage - Successful candidates will receive an offer to join Knight Frank in September 2027. Knight Frank participates in the Graduate Offer Charter, an initiative supported by a group of real estate employers committed to giving candidates the time and flexibility to make the career choice that is right for them. Key Dates Applications open : Monday 14th September 2026 Applications close : 11:59pm on Friday 13th November 2026 In-person Interviews : November 2026 Offer outcomes communicated : December 2026 Use of AI Candidate Usage : We recognise that AI tools can be useful for research and preparation. However, we encourage you to ensure that any application you submit reflects your own experiences, motivations, and achievements. The strongest applications are those that are authentic, personalised and written in the candidate's own voice. Where AI is used, it should su