Okay balance for a demanding recruitment consultant role
Working as a Recruitment Consultant at Michael Page in their London office was a mix. The work-life balance depended heavily on the team and your personal pipeline. It's a demanding role in the recruitment industry, but not always bad.
You do get decent holiday allowance, which helps with burnout. The hybrid model definitely made things better, I wasn't in the London office five days a week. My immediate team had a good vibe and supported each other.
The pressure to hit targets can be pretty intense. Expect to work late often, especially when closing a big deal. For a Recruitment Consultant, it's not a true 9-to-5; sometimes personal time takes a hit.
Try to better manage consultant workloads during busy periods. Encourage real breaks and downtime to prevent burnout, especially for those new to the recruitment industry in a global corporate environment.