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Highlights
- Michael Findlay is set to join Hays (HAYS) as Non-Executive Chair on May 1, 2025.
- Findlay brings extensive experience, including roles at London Stock Exchange (LSEG) and Morgan Sindall.
- Hays' outgoing Chair, Andrew Martin, will retire after nearly eight years of service.
Hays (LON:HAYS) PLC, a prominent global recruitment firm, recently revealed that Michael Findlay will succeed Andrew Martin as the company's Non-Executive Chair. The transition will take place on May 1, 2025, marking the conclusion of Martin's nearly eight-year tenure at the helm. Findlay’s appointment highlights a strategic move as Hays positions itself for future growth under new leadership.
Findlay is no stranger to senior leadership roles. Currently serving as the Non-Executive Chair at the London Stock Exchange (LON:LSEG) and a Non-Executive Director at International Distribution Services plc and Jarrold & Sons Limited, he has built a strong reputation in corporate governance. Additionally, Findlay plans to step down from his position as Chair of Morgan Sindall Group plc by July 28, 2025. His career also includes leading investment banking for Bank of America in the UK and Ireland, alongside serving as Senior Independent Director at UK Mail Group plc.
Cheryl Millington, Hays’ Senior Independent Director, led the succession process and emphasized Findlay’s substantial experience in corporate broking, investment banking, and governance. Millington also highlighted Findlay’s expertise in advising UK businesses on strategic, financial, and governance matters. His deep understanding of people-centric and service-oriented companies, such as Hays, was underscored as a key factor in his appointment.
In a statement following his appointment, Findlay expressed enthusiasm about joining Hays, underlining his commitment to supporting the company’s strategic initiatives and creating value for its stakeholders. Outgoing Chair Andrew Martin reflected positively on his time at Hays, expressing optimism for the company’s future under Findlay’s leadership.
This leadership transition aligns with Hays’ continued adherence to high corporate governance standards and complies with the relevant listing rules. The announcement confirmed that no additional matters requiring disclosure have arisen as a result of the leadership change.
As Hays (LON:HAYS) moves forward with this new leadership structure, all eyes will be on Findlay’s role in shaping the company’s direction, particularly in an evolving global recruitment landscape.
