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HR Graduate Review

at Kier Group

Graduate Scheme

Human Resources

United Kingdom

Review Submitted: February 2026

Overall Rating

4.5 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

4.3/5 - Overview of the Role
5/5 - Experience & Company Culture
3/5 - Recommendations & Advice

Overview of the Role

Overall, how would you describe your experience at Kier Group?
Very positive environment, everyone is lovely.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
Support managers and at time take ownership on projects. This is what I enjoy the most. Also to have autonomy in some of the projects. Continuously learning new things in my rotations.
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
3/5
As a graduate main role is to still support teams.
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
4/5
Good benefits.
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
5/5
Rotations are great to learn new things and become a generalist.
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
5/5
Lots of new skills acquired through shadowing and mentoring.

Experience & Company Culture

How is the support you receive?
5/5
Great from all managers.
How is your work-life balance?
5/5
Great. Flexible working in place.
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
5/5
Very supportive. Would recommend.
How would you rate Kier Group initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
5/5
They try their hardest.
How would you rate Kier Group CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
5/5
Often times this falls under the radar but they do a good job at keeping visibility.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Kier Group to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Overall good employer and always prioritising people.
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
3/5
Job ad and expectations coming in were very different. However it is stil good now with lots of opportunities still.
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to Kier Group?
Know and live the company values.
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