HR/People Operations Placement (Belfast) - June 2026 Start Date at Kainos

, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 May, 26

Salary

24800.0

Posted On

16 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

HR Support, People Operations, Project Work, Administration, Employee Life Cycle, HRIS Maintenance, Customer Service, Communication Skills, Teamwork, Attention To Detail, Time Management, Flexibility

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Join Kainos and Shape the Future At Kainos, we’re problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators - driven by a shared mission to create real impact. Whether we’re transforming digital services for millions, delivering cutting-edge Workday solutions, or pushing the boundaries of technology, we do it together. We believe in a people-first culture, where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly make a difference. Here, you’ll be part of a diverse, ambitious team that celebrates creativity and collaboration. Ready to make your mark? Join us and be part of something bigger. JOB PROFILE TITLE: HR/People Operations Placement SALARY: £21,800 - £24,800 JOB PROFILE DESCRIPTION MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE BUSINESS: As a HR Placement within the People Operations team in Kainos, you will spend your year learning about the People Operations function in a fast-paced, challenging PLC environment. You’ll have support and mentoring, balanced with the experience of being given meaningful work to do to help you truly develop both technically and professionally. You’ll perform a wide variety of HR tasks which will include, but is not limited to, the following duties: Support the Kainos people Team in all areas of their work Deal competently with internal and external support queries, resolving them in a timely manner & seeking support from the team as required Participate in project work as directed Co-ordinate all People Operations administration for the full employee life cycle General department administration including preparation of communications, presentations and the maintenance of spreadsheets, reports and ongoing maintenance of HRIS Providing a high level of customer service to both internal and external customers Providing support to the People Operations management team as required MINIMUM (ESSENTIAL) REQUIREMENTS: Currently studying HR, business or relevant degree Capable of working with limited supervision You apply all relevant standards and procedures to your own work You comply with confidentiality and non-disclosure policies and/or agreements and always ensure security of information We are a customer focused business, we need a credible, professional person with strong communication skills Strong teamwork skills We pride ourselves in doing our best and delivering to a high standard, so attention to detail is required You have a flexible, “can do” attitude, with the ability to manage your own time and enthusiastic to learn THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE APPLYING: Working Arrangements: This role is hybrid. Upon joining, you will be expected to work in your contracted office for one day per week. Travel expectations: At Kainos, we work with a diverse range of clients and some of our projects require travel. If travel were required, we will endeavour to keep this to a minimum and ensure sufficient notice is provided. Popularity of scheme: We’re looking forward to receiving and reviewing your application. We strongly encourage you to apply early. If a high number of applications are received, this role may close earlier than the advertised deadline. In cases where a large volume of applications is received, the recruitment team will apply enhanced criteria to refine the shortlisting process. Completing your application: We recommend avoiding the LinkedIn quick apply function, as it may alter the format of your CV and exclude important details. Instead, please apply directly via the Kainos Careers website: Your Kainos story starts here Please note that the application process is two parts, completing a questionnaire and uploading your CV. It is important that you complete the questionnaire in full, to the best of your ability. Once the role closes, the Job Description will no longer be accessible. We recommend saving a copy in advance. TIMELINES: Closing Date – Tuesday 3rd March 2026 Assessment Centre – March 2026 Outcomes Communicated – March 2026 Start Date – Monday 29th June 2026 *Dates are subject to change due to business needs If you have any questions, please get in touch with the Kainos Early Careers Talent Acquisition Team: earlycareers@kainos.com Embracing our differences At Kainos, we believe in the power of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that is as diverse as the world we live in, where everyone is valued, respected, and given an equal chance to thrive. We actively seek out talented people from all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them who they are. We also believe every candidate deserves a level playing field. Our friendly talent acquisition team is here to support you every step of the way, so if you require any accommodations or adjustments, we encourage you to reach out. We understand that everyone's journey is different, and by having a private conversation we can ensure that our recruitment process is tailored to your needs. At Kainos we use technology to solve real problems for our customers, overcome big challenges for businesses, and make people’s lives easier. We build strong relationships with our customers and go beyond to change the way they work today and the impact they have tomorrow. Our two specialist practices, Digital Services and Workday, work globally for clients across healthcare, commercial and the public sector to make the world a little bit better, day by day. Our people love the exciting work, the cutting-edge technologies and the benefits we offer. That’s why we’ve been ranked in the Sunday Times Top 100 Best Companies on numerous occasions. For more information, see kainos.com.

Responsibilities

The placement will involve learning the People Operations function within a fast-paced PLC environment, supporting the People Team in all areas of their work and handling internal/external support queries. Duties include participating in project work, coordinating People Operations administration for the full employee life cycle, and maintaining HRIS records.