Knight Frank promotes first graduate cohort in Saudi Arabia

Knight Frank has announced the graduation of the first cohort from its Graduate Academy in Saudi Arabia, marking a next milestone in the firm’s long-term commitment to developing talent in the Kingdom.

Established in partnership with Oxford Brookes University, the Graduate Academy from Knight Frank provides a dedicated pathway for Saudi nationals to gain hands-on industry experience while completing a fully accredited Master of Science in Real Estate and progressing towards professional chartership with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

The academy’s first cohort achieved a 100% completion and progression rate, with all graduates advancing into professional advisory roles within Knight Frank in Saudi Arabia.

Headquartered in the UK, Knight Frank has over 20,000 people working from than 700 offices around the world. In the Middle East, Knight Frank is recognized as one of the leading real estate consulting firms in the region.

Susan Amawi, General Manager of the Saudi business, commented: “Our graduates represent the future of the Kingdom’s real estate industry, and their progression demonstrates what is possible when talent and structured development come together. We are committed to providing Saudi nationals with world-class opportunities to learn, qualify, and lead.”

Graduates of the programme are now supporting engagements across the Kingdom, working across development, investment and occupier markets.

James Lewis, Managing Director for Middle East & Africa, said: “The success of our first Academy cohort underscores the importance of investing in people. By combining global expertise with local talent, we are contributing to a knowledge-driven real estate ecosystem in Saudi Arabia – one that supports the Kingdom’s ambitions and creates sustainable long-term value.”