Hays forecasts full-year operating profit of £180 million

British recruiter Hays said it expected full-year operating profit of about £180 million (€214 million), ahead of current market expectations, helped by strength in continental Europe.

The company, which places workers in areas such as finance, construction and IT, said net fees at its continental Europe and rest of world division grew 21 per cent.

Hays said net fees fell 4 per cent in the UK and Ireland.

Reuters