Graduate Development Programme 2027 (Property Consultants)

Calling all property graduates! Your dream role for 2027 is here.

•  Kickstart your career within a supportive graduate programme
• Work on exciting projects of national significance
• Be rewarded with a competitive salary and meaningful benefits

Don’t just start a job – begin a career.  This is your chance to join a team that knows what graduates need to succeed and start on the pathway to a future in property consultancy.

The Property Group Limited (TPG) is a locally owned property and planning consultancy, bringing Kiwis together to build Aotearoa New Zealand for over two decades. With a wealth of knowledge to learn from and longstanding client relationships, TPG offers a unique opportunity to kick-start your career in consultancy.  We have graduate property consultant roles available throughout the country, commencing in January 2027.

About us

TPG advises on delivering the critical roads, rail and bridges that connect us, the spaces and buildings where our vibrant communities live, and the essential public facilities we rely on. Our highly skilled team of 180 right across New Zealand bring unique knowledge in a local context and a trusted, independent point of view.

TPG is at the forefront of embracing change, driving progress, and helping to shape our communities of tomorrow. We are building a stronger New Zealand, together.

Learn more about TPG here.

About our graduate development programme

We’re proud to offer one of New Zealand’s top-rated graduate programmes in the Property sector, ranked #1 for reputation by Prosple. Our graduate programme is designed to give you wraparound support, career growth, and real-world impact from day one. Our two-year programme provides TPG graduates with a breadth of exposure to our business and develops well-rounded consultants who can progress their career with us. Find out more about our programme and the application process here.

About our graduate roles

Our property consultancy team are a talented bunch. We have strong technical knowledge and experience and are happy to share this expertise and passion with our developing consultants. By joining our property team, you will contribute to important projects that impact all New Zealanders such as infrastructure, transport, housing, and education.

As a graduate property consultant, you’ll use your knowledge of property, valuation, and relevant legislation to help TPG’s Crown and Local Government clients with the acquisition and disposal of land. You will do this by supporting smooth negotiations and ensuring the process runs efficiently from start to finish. You will work closely with fellow property consultants, solicitors, and planners.

Some day-to-day aspects of the role include:

• Assisting with negotiations on the client’s behalf to acquire or dispose of land
• Drafting and providing quality professional reports, contracts and recommendations to our clients and decision-making bodies
• Investigating the history of tenure and ownership of land
• Dealing with a variety of suppliers and stakeholders including valuers, solicitors, real estate agents, Crown bodies and Iwi groups
• Providing quality client service through courteous, prompt, and efficient communication and reporting while building and maintaining positive relationships.

About you

We are interested in hearing from people from diverse backgrounds, who are excited about a career in consultancy and who share our values of caring, collaboration, positivity, and integrity.

You will stand out to us if you are:

• Passionate about our purpose and delivering superior client experience
• Great with people, and genuinely interested in a career in consultancy
• Focused on quality and always take pride in your work
• A team player who builds great relationships and works collaboratively
• A great communicator who writes and presents ideas clearly and accurately
• A critical thinker who solves problems, challenges and thinks outside the box
• Curious and eager to learn and grow personally and professionally.

What’s in it for you?

Here at TPG we pride ourselves on providing a positive culture and work environment for our people. Our values are the foundation of our culture and define what makes TPG a great place to work, and we bring them to life in the work we do, how we work together and our approach to our clients.

We offer our graduates a competitive remuneration package, six-monthly salary reviews, health insurance after one-year, cheaper public transport initiatives, and learning and development opportunities. We have a fun and social work culture, with lots of opportunities to connect with your team.

Find out more about working at TPG here.

Eligibility and locations

To be eligible to apply, you will be a current or recent graduate (within the past two years). You will have an undergraduate or post-graduate qualification in property, or another relevant discipline such as business or commerce with a major or minor in property. We have opportunities in our property consultancy teams in Auckland, Hamilton, Napier, Wellington,  and Christchurch, starting in January 2027. 

As you move through your application, you will be asked to select your preferred locations.

How to apply

To submit your application, you will need:

• A recent CV that includes details of your qualifications, relevant work experience and interests
• A cover letter that tells us a bit about yourself, your interest in our graduate roles and your preferred locations
• A copy of your most recent academic transcript.

Applications close 8pm, Monday 20 July 2026