Overall Rating
4.7 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
4.5/5
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Overview of the Role
4.8/5
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Experience & Company Culture
5/5
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Recommendations & Advice
Overview of the Role
Overall, how would you describe your experience at Hays?
Hays is a very supportive place to work, especially in a graduate role when you are studying the ACA. They tell you to focus on studying and not to worry about what is happening at work, allowing to put all your efforts into studying. The atmosphere at work is nice - everyone wants to help everyone out if they are stuggling.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
Mainly focussing on studying for my first 6 exams. Whilst not studying at college, we work in our bank HQ doing reconiliations and supporting ad hoc tasks from the UK & I team
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
4/5
When I am working towards a specific tasklist, I feel as though I am contributing to the goals of the team and the work that I does affects the general ledger in which the whole team uses and other departments. As time progresses, I am sure I will be handed more responsibilites.
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
4/5
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
5/5
This graduate programme is a brillant stepping stone to boost your career in accountancy and finance. There is so much opportunity and different pathways that Hays offer
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
5/5
Everyday you may have the same basic tasklists but ad hoc tasks allow you to learn different skills on the job
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
5/5
Supported by my line manager and my work manager which are two different people. Additionally, supported by graduates that have been here longer which they can give you different advice so you can make a better all-rounded decision
How is your work-life balance?
5/5
Hays priorises work-life balance, especially if you are studying alongside.
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
4/5
Very inclusive in your team, however teams do stick together and not merge as much.
How would you rate Hays initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
5/5
How would you rate Hays CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
5/5
There is a platform to allow you to start your own initiative that can be sent to the entirety of hays staff
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Hays to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Yes I would recommend. The company is extremely supportive when you are studying and they want you to progress through your career
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
5/5
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to Hays?
Make sure you know the Hays values and to be yourself in the interview. Hays is a very people-focused company
