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    Hays CEO Alistair R. Cox
    Alistair R. Cox
    1151 Ratings
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    • "Long hours and hard work but it's all worth it" (in 405 reviews)

    • "Working hours are industry standard, but that does not mean industry standard is the right way to go" (in 121 reviews)

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    1. "Great Place to Work"

      StarStarStarStarStar
      • Work/Life Balance
      • Culture & Values
      • Career Opportunities
      • Compensation and Benefits
      • Senior Management
      Former Employee - Recruitment Consultant in Cheltenham, England
      Recommends
      Positive Outlook
      Approves of CEO

      I worked at Hays full-time for more than a year

      Pros

      The staff are amazing. Fun place to work.

      Cons

      Long hours but can be rewarding.

      Hays2019-05-24
    2. Helpful (1)

      "Great Career"

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      • Senior Management
      Current Employee - Director in Southampton, England
      Recommends
      Positive Outlook
      Approves of CEO

      I have been working at Hays full-time for more than 20 years

      Pros

      Hays offers fantastic career paths for individuals with the drive, ambition and passion to succeed. There are no limits in terms of progression, as a meritocracy it’s great knowing that all the leadership team have worked their way up and totally understand the business. The values of Hays underpin everything, which is evident from day one. The training is industry leading and new starters are given everything they need...

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      Cons

      The hours are long and take some getting used to, but they are outweighed by the return on investment.

      Advice to Management

      Keep doing what you’re currently doing. Great strategies and direction.

      Hays2019-05-21
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    3. "A great place to work"

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      • Senior Management
      Current Employee - Trainer 
      Recommends
      Positive Outlook
      Approves of CEO

      I have been working at Hays full-time for more than 4 years

      Pros

      Brilliant people and culture around. A lot of support within the team to ensure we all successfully hit our targets.

      Cons

      I wouldn't say there are any cons, Hays is a great business to work for!

      Hays2019-05-23

    4. "Career progression & training"

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      • Senior Management
      Current Employee - Recruiter in London, England
      Recommends
      Positive Outlook
      Approves of CEO

      I have been working at Hays full-time for more than 4 years

      Pros

      Training is great and I felt supported from the start. Career progression is really good as they put it into contracts so you know what you need to be promoted

      Cons

      Hours were hard but they have introduced flexible working

      Advice to Management

      Keep up with change and keep up to date with modern workplace

      Hays2019-05-23
    5. Helpful (1)

      "Great place"

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        Current Employee - Anonymous Employee 

        I have been working at Hays full-time for more than 4 years

        Pros

        Fun place to work it is

        Cons

        Too many calls for me to handle

        Advice to Management

        Ok

        Hays2019-05-16
      • Helpful (1)

        "Senior Consultant"

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        Current Employee - Senior Consultant in London, England
        Recommends
        Positive Outlook
        Approves of CEO

        I have been working at Hays full-time for more than 4 years

        Pros

        Clear career path, lots of opportunity, very supportive, great culture

        Cons

        Promotions to leadership is focused to heavily on billings rather than attributes

        Hays2019-05-15
      • Helpful (1)

        "Best training ever"

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        • Senior Management
        Current Employee - Consultant in London, England
        Recommends
        Positive Outlook
        Approves of CEO

        I have been working at Hays full-time for more than a year

        Pros

        People are so friendly Training is incredible The work is hard but the result is worth it There are plenty of company incentives I felt instantly welcomed when I started

        Cons

        The day is long but at least you get to work with great people

        Advice to Management

        Keep up the good work

        Hays2019-05-15
      • Helpful (1)

        "Managing Consultant"

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        • Senior Management
        Current Employee - Managing Consultant in London, England
        Recommends
        Positive Outlook
        Approves of CEO

        I have been working at Hays full-time for more than 4 years

        Pros

        Progression, support and the general culture is fantastic . I have been in the business just over 4 years and have been given endless opportunity. All you need is hard work and some gumption and you can achieve whatever you want. I now look after a team of 8 and still bill on my own desk. Couldn't ask or want for more from an employer.

        Cons

        I wouldn't say there were any cons. They are a brilliant business.

        Hays2019-05-15
      • Helpful (1)

        "Great career prospects"

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        Current Employee - Manager in London, England
        Recommends
        Positive Outlook
        Approves of CEO

        I have been working at Hays full-time for more than 9 years

        Pros

        Best place to have a long career

        Cons

        Not the best pay but the career opportunities outweigh this

        Hays2019-05-16

      • "Lifestyle at Hays"

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        Current Employee - Recruitment Consultant in London, England
        Recommends
        Positive Outlook
        No Opinion of CEO

        I have been working at Hays full-time for more than 2 years

        Pros

        Training, people, team support, knowledge, brand

        Cons

        Hours, flexibility to work from home

        Hays2019-05-15
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