Savills IM
AI and Automation Analyst
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Company Overview
Savills Investment Management (Savills IM) is an international real estate investment management firm which is majority owned by Savills plc, the global real estate services group. The firm has over 30 years’ experience, with over 300+ staff employed in 15 locations across 12 countries in Europe and Asia.
We provide highly customisable access to quality real estate through equity or debt, in jurisdictions where our proprietary deal sourcing and speed of execution can make an outsized contribution to the pursuit of superior risk-adjusted returns.
Working at Savills IM
We are a people business, relying on our people for their expertise, skills and judgement. We look for a bright, diverse workforce, one that is forward looking, entrepreneurial in spirit and is passionate about creating sustainable future for our planet.
We are a committed equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race and religion. We are focused on fostering a culture and environment that allows for inclusion and diversity throughout our business. We have several employee led forums which provide support and guidance around Diversity & Inclusion such as LGBTQ+, Age, Gender and Disability.
Programme Information
You will join Savills IM as part of the Investment20/20 programme. The Investment20/20 programme has over 60 investment management member firms and has supported over 2,000 young people to start their career in the industry.
As an AI and Automation Analyst you will be key in supporting how AI and automation are used across an international business, and you will gain industry knowledge, experience and develop relationships to progress your career and build your skills. As part of the Investment20/20 programme, you will have opportunities to meet and network with over 300 trainees across the industry and participate in socials and insight events.
Our programme is a permanent role that begins with an initial 12-month trainee contract, with a competitive salary of £30,000, and you will receive 25 days annual leave. This role is based in London with a hybrid approach of 4 days in the office and 1 working from home.
The Team
Our IT team sits at the heart of how the business works, keeping our systems running smoothly and helping colleagues make the most of the technology available to them. As the firm invests in AI and automation, the team is leading a growing programme of work to bring these tools into everyday use, simplify processes, and help people work more effectively. This is a genuine opportunity to be part of something new, working closely with teams across the business and seeing the difference your work makes.
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As an AI and Automation Analyst, you will join the IT team of 6 in London, with a wider global team across the group.
Responsibilities
You will gain broad experience across our AI and automation programme and will be responsible for:
- Designing and delivering training, webinars and communications that help colleagues use AI tools effectively in their day-to-day work
- Engaging proactively with teams across the business to understand their needs, identify knowledge gaps and shape practical ways to close them
- Creating clear, engaging materials such as guides, demos and short videos that make AI approachable for non-technical audiences
- Supporting the delivery of AI and automation projects from idea through to rollout, working alongside the wider team
- Helping to capture requirements, test solutions, document processes and gather feedback from users
- Tracking progress and keeping stakeholders informed with clear, timely updates
- Where skills allow, helping to build connections and integrations between systems, including working with APIs and data flows (desirable)
Skills and Requirements
If you are a graduate who is excited about AI and how technology can improve the way people work, and has the following attributes, we are interested in hearing from you:
- Proactive and self-motivated, comfortable taking the initiative and seeking out where you can add value
- Confident and approachable communicator who enjoys engaging with people at all levels
- Strong presentation skills, with a creative and engaging style
- Able to put technical concepts into plain, everyday language for non-technical colleagues
- Curious, with a habit of keeping up with new tools and technology
- Patient and understanding, able to bring colleagues along with new ways of working
- Well organised, with the follow-through to balance training delivery alongside project support
- Comfortable with change, with a flexible and dependable approach
- Good judgement around data, confidentiality and handling information responsibly
- Educated to degree level, or equivalent experience
- An interest in AI tools and how they can be applied in a business setting (desirable)
- Some exposure to data, APIs or integration work, through study, projects or personal interest (desirable)
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Application Process
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Video Question
Please submit a short video, no longer than 1 minute in duration, answering the question: Why are you applying for the AI and Automation Analyst role at Savills IM?
This can be uploaded directly to our portal. -
Assessment Questions
You will be asked to upload your answers to the following questions in 250-300 words per answer.- What is the most challenging situation you have faced and how did you deal with it?
- Tell us about a recent development in AI or technology that you found interesting and why?
PLEASE NOTE:
The purpose of these questions is to give applicants an opportunity to share their personal experiences and thought processes with the hiring manager.
Your application will not be considered if you do not answer the questions.
The use of AI
Whilst AI is an increasingly useful tool, its output is not always accurate and should not be used without personal input. Please do not submit wholly AI generated answers. This will be checked.
We are an inclusive employer. Please let the recruitment team know if you have a disability, condition or difference that may require us to make adaptations.
Key Dates
- Online applications close 14th August 2026.
- Start date: ASAP
If you are shortlisted for an interview, we will email you within one week of the closing date. The interview process will consist of 2 interviews (1 virtual, 1 in person) with various members of the IT team, and will include a short presentation assessment.
Unsuccessful candidates will be notified by email.
If you are unsuccessful in your application, please go to: https://www.investment2020.org.uk/registration-form/ in order to hear about other trainee opportunities that may be of interest to you.
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