Statement re Denis Waxman's Service Agreement

Hays plc

Announcement

Hays announces that it has extended Denis Waxman's service agreement and
introduced a special long term incentive for Mr Waxman.

Denis Waxman's service agreement had provided that he would retire as Chief
Executive on becoming 60, an age he will reach on 17 February 2007.  The
agreement has now been extended, and will continue to be terminable on 12
months' notice given by either party.

As the initial award under this special incentive, Mr Waxman has been granted a
conditional award over 194,710 ordinary shares in Hays plc, which will vest
(without payment) subject to satisfaction of financial and non-financial
performance targets.  Any shares which vest would be released in two equal
tranches over one year following Mr Waxman's retirement. Full details of this
special incentive will be provided to shareholders in due course in accordance
with Listing Rule 9.4.2(2). 

Bob Lawson said, "I am very pleased that Denis has accommodated the Company by
agreeing to continue leading the Company beyond his normal retirement date. 
These arrangements will ensure that the Company will continue to pursue its
growth initiatives but will also facilitate a smooth transition to his eventual
successor."

Enquiries:

Bob Lawson, Chairman, Hays plc            [phone]