Sustainability

Creating Communities

We design our developments to strengthen local community, improve quality of life and have lasting social impact.
 
To do this we use our Creating Successful Places toolkit and have community plans on our large regeneration sites.

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Net Biodiversity Gain

We recognise the importance of protecting and enhancing biodiversity and aim for all new developments to have more nature afterwards than before.

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Mitigation and Adaptation

We are working to mitigate our impact on climate change and have set a science-based targets (SBTs) to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
 
We also incorporate features to ensue our developments and homes are resilient to the most relevant impacts: flooding, water shortages and overheating.

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Environmental Assessment and Management

At all stages of construction, environmental risks and opportunities are considered through a robust environmental assessment process.
 
We'll continue to have a systematic approach to environmental management and work with our contractors to continue to achieve good environmental management on site.

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Responsible Operations and Supply Chain

We are working to reduce our impact on key resources including water, waste and paper. We require all our timber to be certified.

We'll continue to work closely with our contractor to use resources responsibly.

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Customer Experience Academy

We look to recruit and provide provide extensive training for you to join one of our professional Customer Services teams. Once you have completed your initial training at the Berkeley Customer Experience Academy, you will go on to provide a world-class level of service, support and guidance to our customers from the point of purchasing their home right through to occupation and beyond.

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Sales Academy

We look to recruit and train a select number of people to become a professional Sales Consultant. Once you have completed your initial training at the Berkeley Sales Academy, you will go on to sell some of the most prestigious new homes in London and the South of England.

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Emily - Marketing Co-Ordinator

I started the Building Futures programme in September 2017. After completing my A-Levels I was unsure on what to do, and was attracted by the different opportunities and the premium quality developments Berkeley deliver.

The programme seemed perfect, as it gave me the opportunity to try a number of departments and roles within the business to find one that suited me. I particularly enjoyed the first nine months moving around each department. This has given me experience in a number of roles and enhanced my understanding of how a large business, and the industry, works. I also got a taste of what makes a successful housebuilder. Being able to then choose a full-time department with the help of my mentor was a major plus point for the course.

The best experience so far has been getting to meet everyone within the business. The first nine months is the most challenging part, as you have to move into a new department every month. It was a little like starting a new job every four weeks. However, it meant I learnt really quickly.

I am now working full-time in Sales and Marketing as their Marketing Co-Ordinator. I want to continue my marketing career and hope to progress quickly within the department.

Laura Barrett

I joined the 3rd Berkeley Sales Academy in 2014 following my degree. Whilst studying for my degree I worked for a high end retailer which gave me a great appreciation for brand loyalty and delivering a level customer service to be proud of. On top of this I have a keen interest in property which meant that the Berkeley Sales academy was the ideal choice for me.

The academy teaches a standard of customer service that sets us apart from our competitors in a highly competitive market. I have continued to practice what I learnt at the academy and believe this has been the foundation for my development.

After graduating from the academy I joined the sales team at Goodman's Fields. I have also had the opportunity to work at Woodberry Down and 250 City Road being part of a number of new launches across the Berkeley Capital (North East London) portfolio. I am now back at Goodman's Fields managing a team of three and working towards my next step up in the business.

Oliver - Assistant Site Manager 

In 2015 I was recruited directly from finishing school at 19 years old onto the Building Futures scheme. Watching my parents build their own home made me realise the reward and satisfaction gained from constructing a new home and sparked my interest in construction and development as a possible career.

Prior to the Building Futures scheme, I was studying a triple Business Credited BTEC course at college. I found out about the scheme whilst at college and eagerly jumped at the opportunity to earn whilst learning. Over the last few years with Berkeley I have learnt a lot about construction and the industry. The Building Futures scheme offered me an insight into every aspect of the business, an amazing opportunity for anyone looking for a career in this industry.

Over the course of nine months I rotated between nine departments, from Land to Customer Services, gaining an invaluable experience. This allowed me to make an informed decision about which area of the business I most wanted to pursue. For me, this was the construction management side of the business.The Building Futures scheme has also given me the opportunity to study Construction Management at London Southbank University part-time whilst training as a Site Manager, this made me feel highly valued, as Berkeley were investing in my future. By the time I complete my course I hope to be a full Site Manager.

Harry - Assistant Land Buyer

I joined Berkeley after completing my A-Levels in Business, Finance and Travel & Tourism.My interest in housebuilding was sparked after Berkeley visited my school to present the Building Futures programme. I was attracted by the diversity of the industry and the opportunities to climb the career ladder. I admired how Berkeley invests in the community and takes pride in delivering a development where people aspire to live. I knew this would be an ideal business in which to kick-start my career.

Before hearing about Building Futures, I was unaware of the different job roles, so working at Berkeley has enhanced my knowledge of the industry. My best experience was rotating around the nine departments within the business. The programme has given me the opportunity to meet and work with everyone in the company, a unique opportunity which few people get. After completing my rotation, I had found the right job role for me and decided to pursue a career as a Land Buyer.

The biggest challenge was adjusting to work-life, as at school you are constantly guided and given the next task to do. It's important throughout your rotations to take the initiative and try to anticipate the next task before it is asked of you.

I intend to continue my career in land acquisition with the aspiration of heading up my own land team in the future, in order to provide further opportunities for the business to grow.

Eleanor Fitton

I graduated from Cardiff University in City and Regional Planning. Having done a placement year at Berkeley in the land department, I am now back on the Graduate Scheme, working in the land department for Berkeley Strategic.

Weiyu Zhang

I was very proud to join the 8th Sales Academy in 2018 after my graduation from a Master in Media and International Development. The most remarkable part of the Sales Academy is the formal training provided by a very wide range of people, each of them with a very specific background and a unique story that brought them to Berkeley.

The teaching covered every aspect of the property development business, ranging from construction knowledge to sales skills, including personality analysis and cultural differences. It didn't only provide me with a solid understanding of the industry, but also helped me develop confidence to speak with clients and partners of Berkeley.

After completing the 8 weeks of the Sales Academy, I joined the Royal Arsenal Riverside site for 5 months and gained hands-on experience in the Sales & Marketing Suite. Sales skills and knowledge from the Sales Academy training proved immediately useful and helped me adapt very quickly to this new environment. I am now on secondment in Berkeley Shanghai office as a Business Developer Executive for a period of 18 months. I am most grateful to Berkeley Group and the Sales Academy program to let me start my career with this unique combination of experiences and tailored mobility opportunity.

Sam Bennett - Commercial Department

I attended Nottingham Trent University studying Quantity Surveying and Construction Commercial Management as part of a sandwich course. I am currently employed in the commercial department for Berkeley Capital (North East London), situated at the site Woodberry Down.

Subrena Chhatwal - Technical Graduate

I have graduated from the University of Sheffield in Architecture and I am currently working as a Technical Graduate for Berkeley St Edward at West End Gate in London.

Rizwan Aslam

I am proud to have been part of the Berkeley Sales Academy. Prior to joining Berkeley, I worked for one of the most admired British Brands for over 3 years in Customer Services, Training and Coaching.

Sales Academy was a unique opportunity for me to learn about the Berkeley brand from the leaders themselves and to have training/coaching from the best in class Trainers and Coaches. It is a comprehensive program, with a combination of Classroom, Onsite and Sales Suite learning, which equipped me with the right tools, techniques and has given me confidence to kick start a successful new career in a world class company.

Since graduating from the academy, I have grown into a successful Sales Consultant with achievements like Sales Person of the Quarter, 100% score on Mystery Shopping and an opportunity to be part of a successful and competitive team at one of the largest and busiest residential schemes.

Joining the Berkeley Sales Academy was the beginning of an incredible journey. I continue to learn and discover new aspects of the company and this industry which continues to inspire me.

Graduate Scheme

At Berkeley we are committed to fostering future talent and look to recruit the best graduates to develop tomorrow's leaders. We employ people at the beginning of their careers and help them to convert academic learning into practical development skills.

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