Directorate change

Hays PLC

19 August 2026

 

Hays plc

Committee changes

19 August 2026

Hays plc ("Hays" or the "Company") announces the following changes to its committees:

·    Helen Cunningham will succeed Susan Murray as Chair of the Remuneration Committee following the conclusion of the AGM on 18 November 2026 and Susan Murray's retirement from the Board. In accordance with the UK Corporate Governance Code, Helen has served on the Remuneration Committee for more than 12 months prior to her appointment as Chair.

·     Joe Hurd will be appointed as a member of the Remuneration Committee with effect from the conclusion of the AGM on 18 November 2026.

·   Following a review of the Sustainability Committee's remit, the Board has decided to disband the Sustainability Committee with immediate effect. This decision reflects the maturity of the Group's sustainability agenda, with sustainability considerations now embedded across the business and its governance processes. Oversight of sustainability matters will transfer to the Board, supported by Audit & Risk Committee and Remuneration Committee where appropriate.

This announcement is made in accordance with UK Listing Rule 6.4.6.

Enquiries

Hays plc  Rachel Ford  Kean Marden      FGS Global  Guy Lamming / Anjali Unnikrishnan / Richard Crowley

General Counsel & Company Secretary  Head of Investor Relations & M&A

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