Recruitment Consultant Review

by Hays

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Rating

3.4/5
  • The Role
    3.7
  • The Company
    3.1
  • The Culture
    3.5

    The Role

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

    • I was given a lot of responsibility from Day 1 and although sometimes it meant I was struggling to get everything done, I learnt from it and feel a lot more prepared for work post-graduation.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • All my colleagues were eager to help when required and got me involved in the team atmosphere straight away.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • The managers were always available to help if required and there is a good set up with colleagues also being systems experts and trainers. Some time it felt as if too much was expected, but that helps push your limits.

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

    • Varied on a day to day basis. Some days were absolutely manic but that comes with the responsibility.

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • From Day 1 I had my own desk and was soon making key decisions by myself.

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

    • This year has helped me develop hugely in terms of confidence, organisation and work ethic. All of which will aid my final year.

    4/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere was good. In recruitment there is a high turnaround so a substantial number of my initial colleagues had left prior to finishing my placement, however all their replacements have become good friends.

    3/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Initially there is a lot of focused training and the set up was excellent with lots of catch ups with Directors and Management. This stopped after a few months and there was no end of placement review.

    3/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • There was a lot initially with a training course and numerous training sessions. Any time there was anything new a training session would be released which enabled me to keep on top of everything.

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

    • Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events
    2/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • They have stressed that there will be plenty of opportunity to come back after my degree so this is something I would consider.

    4/5

    The Culture

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

    • I got on with all of my fellow interns and there were a number of nights sorted out through the year. Weekly drinks meant I got to know people quickly, and at the end of each quarter there is a large wrap up with everyone from the Office.

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

    • Living in London was expensive however I cycled in to work saving quite a lot. Drinks etc are also very expensive however Hays increase the salary if you are in central London. Also if the team had done well in a period there would be drinks sorted out for you.

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

    • There were many bars and clubs nearby.

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • There was a weekly football team and a few guys who played each weekend.

    3/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Recruitment

London

July 2015

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