Jacqueline Bauernfeind to Co-Head TMP Worldwide's Global Consumer Products and Services Sector

Former Co-Head of Spencer Stuart's European Consumer Practice Brings Wealth of International Consumer Search Expertise To TMP Worldwide Executive Search's Munich Office

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 12, 2000--TMP Worldwide Inc. (NASDAQ:TMPW; ASX:TMP), the leading provider of global recruitment solutions, including the dominant Internet career portal, Monster(R).com, today announced the appointment of Jacqueline Bauernfeind as Co-Head of TMP Worldwide Executive Search's global Consumer Products and Services Sector.

Ms. Bauernfeind recently joined the Munich office of TMP from Spencer Stuart, where she was the co-head of the firm's European Consumer Practice and a member of the Professional Practice Committee. She will partner with Bruce Robertson, Co-Head of the global Consumer Products and Services Sector, in an effort to further build a strong network of cross border consumer market clients and candidates.

Stephen Strain, Managing Director of TMP Worldwide's European Executive Search Operations said: "We are thrilled to have such a savvy international executive recruiter of Jacqueline's caliber join our team. I am certain that her extensive contacts in the consumer goods, retail and media markets will greatly facilitate TMP's efforts to expand it's reach into European and global consumer markets."

Michael Castine, Managing Partner of TMP Worldwide's Stamford, Connecticut office commented, "I had the pleasure of working with Jacqueline during my tenure with Spencer Stuart. Her in-depth knowledge of consumer markets will be a tremendous asset to members of all our sectors and practices as we continue to expand and add value to our executive search recruiting services."

Prior to joining Spencer Stuart, Ms. Bauernfeind was a senior engagement manager with Roland Berger & Partners, a leading international strategy-consulting group. She holds a degree in economics from the University of Munich.

About TMP Worldwide

Founded in 1967, TMP Worldwide Inc., now with more than 8,750 employees in 30 countries, is the leading global provider of career services and solutions and the parent company to online careers portal Monster(R).com. TMP Worldwide is also the world's largest Recruitment Advertising agency network, and one of the world's largest Executive Search & Executive Selection agencies. TMP Worldwide, headquartered in New York, is also the world's largest Yellow Pages advertising agency and a provider of direct marketing services. The company's clients include more than 90 of the Fortune 100 and more than 480 of the Fortune 500 companies.

About Monster.com

Monster.com, headquartered in Maynard, Mass., is a leading global careers Web site, recording over 19.3 million visits during the month of October, 2000 according to independent research conducted by I/PRO. Monster.com connects the most progressive companies with the most qualified career-minded individuals, offering innovative technology and superior services that give them more control over the recruiting process. The Monster.com global network consists of local content and language sites in the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, the Netherlands, Belgium, New Zealand, Singapore, Hong Kong, France, Germany, Spain, and Ireland. More information about Monster.com is available at www.monster.com or by calling 1-800-MONSTER. Monster.com is the flagship brand of the Interactive Division of TMP Worldwide Inc. (NASDAQ:"TMPW"; ASX:"TMP").

Special Note:

The above statements include forward-looking statements based on current management expectations. Factors that could cause future results to differ from these expectations include the following: risks associated with acquisitions, competition, and seasonality. Additional factors are described in the company's reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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