Student Placement - Real Estate Development - Programme Support Officer 2025/2026

Title: Student Placement: Student Placement - Real Estate Development - Programme Support Officer 2025/2026

Department: Property Services

Salary: £23,936

Location: Pan London

Duration: 12 month

Number of students we are looking to recruit: 1

MORE CHALLENGES, MORE EXCITEMENT, MORE OPPORTUNITIES - BE AT THE HEART OF A CHANGING SERVICE

The MET:

The Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) employs more than 44,000 officers and staff, plus thousands of volunteers and provides policing to one of the most diverse capital cities in the world. The service provides policing to the 32 London Boroughs as well as a number of other local, national and international functions such as counter terrorism and organised crime prevention. As the country’s largest police service, the service is recognised internationally as a leader in fighting crime and many other policing organisations look to the MPS for best practice and guidance.

We are looking to recruit students for a 52 week placement with the Metropolitan Police Service. All roles will give students valuable insight and experience of working for one of the largest public organisations in the UK and the largest single employer in London. The role is a substantive post and we seek to provide valuable practical experience wherever our students work.

Background:

The role will give the successful student valuable insight and experience of working for one of the largest public organisations in the UK and the largest single employer in London. The role is a substantive post and we seek to provide valuable practical experience wherever our students work.

The Metropolitan Police Service occupies an extensive and diverse range of properties across London both Freehold and leasehold. Property Services department manages, maintains and develops the portfolio ensuring that they efficiently support operational policing and they are compliant with regulation. Since 2013 we have implemented a radical change programme to transform our estate, disposing of under- utilised buildings, refurbishing key HQ buildings such as the Hendon estate, the sale of New Scotland Yard and the move to an iconic new HQ on the river.

Opportunity now exists to work with the Property Services Department and its outsourced service providers to deliver the on-going Estates Strategy.

Ideally students studying a RICS accredited degree/module related to Estate Management/ Surveying/ Property Investment/Finance

Desirable experience: Studying or interested in Surveying, Estate & Asset Management,

The Role consists of:

Assisting the Programme Office/Finance Manager in achieving the objectives of the Programme Office and take direct responsibility for the data requirements of an identified portfolio of projects. The objectives being the utilisation of the Artemis / ASTA fully and responding to/assisting stakeholders involved in projects.
Liaise with and attend periodic meetings with project leaders in relation to development sites and contractors meetings
Liaise with Project Managers over all orders and payment matters.
Co-Ordinate the updating of project programmes on a regular basis by the external programming specialist including any necessary liaison with the Project Managers.
Regular updating of information in disparate systems (Artemis & ASTA) on a routine and regular basis to enable the production of comparable reports.
Updating of ASTA with relevant information.
Create projects on Artemis Database.
Create projects in PSOP (Police Standard Operating Platform) through PSOP Forms.
Raise Purchase Orders on PSOP as necessary and processing interim payment requests.
Liaise with Project Leaders on forecasts/budgets in Artemis.

Applicants should be able to demonstrate the following skills:

Communication and Relationship Skills:

Effective communication skills. Ability to explain technical issues and calculations in plain English
Good interpersonal skills and a team player
Flexible when meeting demand
Takes responsibility to meet deadlines and for the quality of outputs.

Desirable Experience

Competent in Office 365.

Degree type:

Must be an undergraduate student in a sandwich year course returning to study in Autumn 2026

Candidates must also demonstrate the following skills:

Communication Skills

An excellent level of both written and verbal communication skills, and ability to present information appropriately to a wide variety of clients in a clear, concise and non-technical manner. Written communications will need to be well prepared and logically structured.

Planning and Organisational skills

Plans and organises their own work, has the ability to liaise with dependent areas to ensure collaborative working, can adapt their actions to changing priorities.

Time Management

Prioritises tasks and keeps to deadlines. Has a flexible and self-motivated approach to work, being able to work unsupervised if required.

Problem Solving Skills

Can identify and solve problems in a logical manner using an evidenced based approach. Has the ability to translate theory into practice to provide pragmatic solutions.

Technical Skills

IT skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and an aptitude and willingness to learn new software packages. Good numerical and statistical analysis skills and being able to make sense of and interpret qualitative and quantitative data.

Team Working

Can work with a diverse group of colleagues, suppliers and contractors at all levels. Being an active team player and show willingness to help support others.

Personal Responsibility

Has a proactive approach, takes ownership of their actions and responsibilities, and has the confidence to take initiative and develop ideas further.

Professionalism

Support an inclusive culture and environment, showing consideration and respect for others. Integrity and professional behaviour in line with MET standards

How to apply

To apply, please visit our website. Applications will be via a detailed CV, Personal Statement and online application form. Your personal statement should outline why you are interested in the role and how your skills and experience demonstrate your suitability for the role (NB. Please do not attach 2 copies of your CV).

Completed applications must be submitted by 30 January 2025.