Recruitment consultant Review

by Hays

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Rating

4.5/5
  • The Role
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.3
  • The Culture
    4.5

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?

    • I am still currently on my placement and thoroughly enjoying it - wouldn't change a thing!

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • From day 1 every one in the office helped to make me feel welcome. This helped when I was being trained as I felt a real sense that they belived in me and put their trust into me.

    5/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • The training/support I have been given so far has been incredible. We had to complete a training book in the first couple of weeks followed by a week in London training for the Module 1 trainging programme.

    5/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • Every day is different at Hays which is what makes it so exciting. It is really fast paced which is great but never too busy. Everything is managable and my managers have been great with adivising me on which specific areas to focus on.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I am being given loads of responsibility here which is great. For me this is one of my main motivators as it really helps you to feel valued.

    5/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • The skills I have picked up so far are definitely skills for life! I have only been here for three months and have already learnt so much that I will take away with me.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

    • The atmosphere here is great. We have a laugh but also people are very very hard working. Everyone here is passionate about Hays and this really reflects in the work that is carried out.

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • This is very well organised.

    5/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • I have had very good training so far in my placement

    5/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I would definitely work for Hays after Univeristy if I am given the opportunity.

    5/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?

    • We go out for drinks regularly

    5/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Average.

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • There are a load of differing venues.

    5/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Yes - there are always people up for socialising!

    5/5
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Placement (10 Months+)

Property Development, Legal/Law, Marketing

South West

September 2013

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