Kainos
Graduate Workday Sales and Marketing Consultant (Belfast) - June 2026 Start Date
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: Graduate Workday Sales and Marketing Consultant
SALARY: £21,800 - £24,800
JOB PROFILE DESCRIPTION
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE BUSINESS:
What’s the role all about?
Ready to kick-start your career in tech sales and marketing? At Kainos, we’re building a world-class team that helps businesses unlock the power of Workday – a leading cloud platform for HR and finance.
As a Graduate Workday Sales and Marketing Consultant, you’ll join a supportive, collaborative environment where you’ll learn, grow, and make an impact from day one. You’ll rotate across four exciting areas of our business (three months in each), giving you hands-on experience and helping you discover what you love most.
What areas will you rotate amongst?
1. Marketing Magic
Help create campaigns that grab attention and generate leads.
Learn how to build a personal and business brand.
Get involved in webinars and live events that showcase our expertise.
2. Sales Development
Work with our SDR team to find new customers and start conversations.
Research prospects and use cutting-edge tools to understand their needs.
Reach out via calls, emails, video, and social media – real-world selling experience!
3. Pre-Sales Consulting
Join discovery calls to understand customer challenges.
Help tailor product demos that show how Workday solves real problems.
Collaborate on proposals and solution designs that win deals.
4. Deal Desk Expertise
Learn how big deals come together behind the scenes.
Coordinate with Sales, Finance, Legal, and Operations to keep things moving.
Understand how we forecast revenue and make sure deals are rock solid.
Why join us?
Structured learning: Four rotations to build your skills and confidence.
Supportive culture: We share knowledge, celebrate success, and help each other grow.
Real impact: You’ll work on live projects that matter to our customers and our business.
What you’ll learn?
Assisting in market research – you will assist in gathering information about specific accounts, competitors, and technology trends.
Develop and create marketing content – including blog posts, social media updates, email newsletters, and website copy.
Being an external Kainos ambassador – you will be expected to competently describe Kainos and its offerings at a high level to prospects during networking events. You will assist in formally presenting to prospects and customers in a manner that positions Kainos as a professional and market leading supplier.
Building Partnerships – you will support our technology partnerships by developing collateral which demonstrates the value Kainos can offer their client base and building relationships with key contacts.
Supporting the team on development and management of strategy, plans and budgets – you will assist in research, creation, and day-to-day delivery of marketing plans, ensuring delivery is on time and within budget.
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure all marketing materials align with company brand guidelines and messaging.
Monitor and track the performance of marketing content and make recommendations for improvements.
Stay up to date with industry trends and developments to ensure our marketing efforts are relevant and effective.
Upon completion of the Early Careers Programme, you will have gained knowledge and skills to help transform the organisation and set you on the path to becoming the next generation of leaders at Kainos.
MINIMUM (ESSENTIAL) REQUIREMENTS:
Currently studying towards, or already obtained, at least a Level 6 bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject, e.g. Business, Marketing, Economics etc.
Excellent customer focus, with experience in a customer-facing environment.
Positive can-do attitude, with the ability to work independently and to adapt your style and practices, to respond to changing circumstances and customer needs
Clear and effective communicator (both written and verbal). Due to the interactive nature of the role, our team members must be able to communicate effectively with both customers and colleagues.
Ability to prioritise and plan your workload and meet key deadlines.
Ability to apply all relevant standards and procedures to your own work, maintaining high levels of quality and accuracy at all times.
Good commercial awareness and understanding of project and business dynamics.
Excellent attention to detail.
We all work in teams here in Kainos – so a proven ability of strong team skills, including taking direction from others, is crucial
Capable of working within (remote) teams and alongside customers, as well as individual tasks with limited supervision.
Familiarity with, exposure to, or a demonstrated willingness to learn generative technologies (such as Generative AI tools) to drive innovation, streamline processes, or deliver impactful results within the role.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE APPLYING:
Travel expectations: At Kainos, we work with a diverse range of clients and some of our projects require travel. Travel is expected as part of this role, we will endeavour to keep this to a minimum and ensure sufficient notice is provided.
Working arrangements: This role is hybrid. Upon joining, you will be expected to work in your contracted office for 5 days per week for the first 12 weeks/ 3 months. After which, you can work hybrid 3-4 days per week in the office, in agreement with your People Manager. These days may be fixed. You must be available to attend your contracted office, or a customer site, when required.
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 – Friday 20th March 2026
In Person Assessment – Friday 17th April 2026 (in the Belfast Kainos Office)
Outcomes Communicated – Week commencing Monday 27th April 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: [email protected]
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.
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Kainos Belfast, Northern Ireland Office
4-6 Upper Crescent, Belfast, United Kingdom, BT7 1NT
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