Overview
PageGroup plc is a recruitment company best known for the Michael Page brand. It began as a single specialist recruiter in the UK more than 50 years ago and now reports more than 6,000 employees, 123 offices in 34 markets and 25 specialist businesses; its chief executive is Nicholas Kirk.[6]
For 2025 PageGroup reported revenue of £1,596.6 million, down 8.2%, gross profit (net fees) of £769.5 million, down 8.7%, and operating profit of £20.9 million, down 60.2% and in line with guidance.[5] The sharp fall in operating profit shows how quickly recruitment earnings respond to weaker hiring. For employers, PageGroup’s specialist divisions and international office network suit mid-level and senior professional hires in many countries under one brand.
PageGroup (Michael Page) features
- Michael Page specialist recruitment
- 25 specialist businesses
- 123 offices in 34 markets
- 6,000+ employees
PageGroup (Michael Page) pricing
Permanent placements charged as a fee based on salary; not published.
PageGroup (Michael Page) strengths and limitations
Strengths
- Wide international office network
- Specialist divisions by discipline
- Recognised Michael Page brand
- Publicly reported results
Limitations
- Operating profit fell 60% in 2025
- Revenue fell 8.2% in 2025
- Pricing not published
- Gross profit declined 8.7%
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