Not for plodders, fantastic for the ambitious - Director Hays Employee Review

5.0
Nov 1, 2013
Recommend
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Pros

Great atmosphere, strong ethical values, high rewards for success, consultancy environment gives a variety of opportunities to learn and develop

Cons

Lack of strong central support functions sometimes lets the business down, braver investment would sometimes be of benefit.

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5.0
Jan 23, 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

They have helped me land 2 contract, work quickly and are kind

Cons

I was the benefits were a bit more affordable

4.0
May 26, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Great place for new recruiters to gain experience. A lot to learn. Younger crowd, fun teams.

Cons

Competitive, people that weren't succeeding would be put on PIPs and eventually let go. Can be some micro-managing. Not all managers created equal - some great, some not so great.

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