XXX The property sector employs more than one million people and contributes over £100bn to the economy multi-tasker. You'll also need to demonstrate that you are commercially aware and have good numeracy skills. You'll start as a trainee adviser, working with more senior people. Holding a degree in surveying will help you get a foot on the ladder, but if you don't have one there may be the opportunity to gain the qualification once you're in the job. How much can I earn? At trainee level the salary is around £23,000, but with experience this can rise quickly to £30,000 or more. You'll also earn commission. Find out more * Chartered Surveyors Training Trust cstt.org.uk * Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors rics.org/uk * Royal Town Planning Institute rtpi.org.uk JOBS & CAREERS /// 171 168 JC Spring 2020 Property development FINAL Artwork.indd 171 27/05/2020 17:01http://cstt.org.uk http://www.rics.org/uk http://rtpi.org.uk