Do NOT apply for a job here! - Recruitment Consultant Hays Employee Review

1.0
6 Jan 2019
Recommend
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Pros

None, I feel really sorry for the current employees.

Cons

Everything! Management are not approachable in any way, you're walking on eggshells to ensure you don't get fired for no apparent reason. They don't need to give a reason for the loss of job, they like to employ on contract so they can get rid of you before you decide to leave on your own accord. Whilst I was there the turnover of staff was extortionate. Not enough encouragement, all about doing better than your best. I would never ever recommend anyone to apply for a job here. It is such a shame a world renowned recruitment company is run the way that it is.

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5.0
23 Jan 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
26 May 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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