Associate Recruitment Consultant Review

by Hays

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Rating

4.7/5
  • The Role
    4.8
  • The Company
    4.9
  • The Culture
    4.5

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
  • This was a very good year that gave me an opportunity to understand the industry, work within a challenging work environment but also develop my own professional skills

    5/5

  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
  • Everyone was very supportive and open-minded; if I needed anything, they were also happy to help.

    5/5

  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
  • My manager helped me initiate my project whilst at the same time ensuring that it's me who is taking a lead on it.

    5/5

  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
  • It is a busy environment that allows you to improve your time-management and organisation skills.

    5/5

  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
  • I was running my own projects and it was an incredible experience to develop my own skills and skills of others too.

    5/5

  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
  • I have definitely developed skills that will be vital in my final year of study and in my future career. I feel much more employable now.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
  • Excellent atmosphere, everyone is good to work hard but have fun too.

    5/5

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

  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
  • Hays are definitely willing to invest in their employees with 3 months structured training and a continuous development programmes.

    5/5

  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
  • Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Travel loan

    5/5

  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
  • Excellent prospects for those who are determined and ambitious and want to progress within a challenging and rewarding environment.

    5/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
  • We kept in touch throughout the placement

    5/5

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

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

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

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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Marketing

London

June 2014


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