Placement
Closes tomorrow
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- 12-month fixed-term placement for undergraduate students entering their third year.
- Salary range of £22,750 - £25,750 per year.
- Gain real-world industry experience in client-facing consulting roles.
- Applications close on Friday 23rd October 2026.
- Start date in August 2027.
About the Role
This is a 12-month fixed-term placement for undergraduate students entering their third year of study, starting in summer 2027.
Your Role
As a Placement Product Consultant, you will be part of client-facing consulting teams in the Healthcare and Public sectors. Your responsibilities will include:
- Collaborating to understand user and business needs.
- Contributing to business analysis activities.
- Helping to shape user stories.
- Working alongside experienced Product Consultants.
What We’re Looking For
Essential Skills & Qualities:
- Currently studying towards at least a Level 6 bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject.
- Must have unconditional right to work in the UK and be eligible for UK Security Clearance.
- Strong written communication and documentation skills.
- Comfortable facilitating group discussions and contributing to shared outcomes.
- Organised, flexible, and able to meet deadlines with confidence.
- Able to present ideas clearly to varied audiences.
- Passionate about technology and its potential to enhance user experiences.
- Self-motivated and eager to learn about product and business analysis.
- Effective communicator with both internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Collaborative team player.
- Willingness to explore generative technologies (e.g., Generative AI) to drive innovation.
Desirable Skills:
- Ability to make thoughtful decisions in a fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with tools like JIRA or SharePoint.
- Experience with Office 365 Suite or equivalent.
- Understanding of stakeholder roles and dynamics.
- Awareness of process risks and opportunities for improvement.
- Knowledge of agile methodology and software development lifecycle.
- Experience working in teams toward shared goals.
Working Arrangements
- Hybrid Role: Expected to work from the contracted office at least one day per week.
- Travel: Some projects may require travel, with sufficient notice provided.
Timelines
- Closing Date: Friday 23rd October 2026
- Assessment Centre: W/C Monday 16th – Wednesday 25th November 2026
- Outcomes Communicated: W/C Monday 30th November 2026
- Start Date: August 2027
*Dates are subject to change due to business needs.
How to Apply
Applications are a two-part process: completing a questionnaire and uploading your CV. Please apply directly via the Kainos Careers website. Avoid using the LinkedIn quick apply function.
Contact
Early Careers Talent Acquisition Team: earlycareers@kainos.com