HR/People Operations Placement in Belfast

Join Kainos and shape the future. At Kainos, we’re problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators - driven by a shared mission to create real impact. 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.

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.
• 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.
• Applying all relevant standards and procedures to your own work.
• Complying with confidentiality and non-disclosure policies and ensuring security of information.
• Credible, professional person with strong communication skills.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Flexible, “can do” attitude, with the ability to manage your own time and enthusiastic to learn.

Things To Know Before Applying

• This role is hybrid. Upon joining, you will be expected to work in your contracted office for one day per week.
• At Kainos, we work with a diverse range of clients and some of our projects require travel. We will endeavour to keep this to a minimum and ensure sufficient notice is provided.
• We strongly encourage you to apply early. If a high number of applications are received, this role may close earlier than the advertised deadline.
• We recommend avoiding the LinkedIn quick apply function, as it may alter the format of your CV and exclude important details.
• Please apply directly via the Kainos Careers website.
• It is important that you complete the questionnaire in full, to the best of your ability.

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.

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.

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.