Directorate Change

15 November 2007

                                   HAYS PLC                                    

HAYS PLC BOARD CHANGES

New non-executive Director

Hays plc today announces the appointment of Richard Smelt to the Board to serve
as non-executive Director, with effect from 15 November 2007.

Richard Smelt is Group Human Resources Director of Carphone Warehouse Group
plc.

Bob Lawson, Chairman commented:

"I am delighted to welcome Richard to the Board and we look forward to the
valuable contribution he will bring to the Board's deliberations."

Mr Smelt has no directorships discloseable under LR 9.6.13 (1). There are no
matters to report under LR 9.6.13 (2-6).

Chief Executive Officer Succession

As previously announced Mr Denis Waxman retired as a Director and Chief
Executive with effect from the conclusion of the Annual General Meeting held on
15 November 2007. Mr Alistair Cox has succeeded him as Chief Executive.

Retirement of Mr B G Wallace

As previously advised Mr Brian Wallace retired as a non-executive Director with
effect from the conclusion of the Annual General Meeting held on 15 November
2007. Mrs Lesley Knox will assume the role of Senior Independent Director and
Mr Paul Harrison has been appointed as Chairman of the Audit Committee.

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