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Kainos chief executive back in top job after retirement

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Brendan Mooney retired in September 2023, having been chief executive for 22 years

The former chief executive of Northern Ireland's biggest IT firm has made a surprise return to the business.

Brendan Mooney has been reappointed to the top job at Kainos, a £1bn company which employs 2,500 people.

Mr Mooney retired in September 2023, having been chief executive for 22 years.

His successor Russell Sloan is stepping down with immediate effect.

Mr Mooney said his time away had given him "a fresh perspective on Kainos and its potential" and he sees "significant growth opportunities".

Rosaleen Blair, chair of Kainos, thanked Mr Sloan saying "he leaves with our gratitude and respect and we wish him every success in the future".

Mr Sloan said: "It has been a privilege to work with so many talented people over my 25-year career in Kainos and I'm tremendously proud of everything we have achieved and delivered for our clients."

In November, the business reported half year profits of just over £38m.