We understand that being the leader in exceptional client service begins – and ends – with exceptional regard for our people

Relationships matter in our work and interactions with clients, and in the way we work and interact with each other. What differentiates BDO as an employer is our focus on relationships. We’re proud to have our people share their stories about how working at BDO has helped their careers take flight.

Experienced Professionals   Student Careers

Karyn Lander
The culture at BDO is collaborative and supportive. Senior leaders listen and respond to all our ideas.
Kirralee Muller
BDO has a sense of community. Everyone across the firm wants to see you succeed and is willing to offer support.
James Sperling
BDO supports me in doing what is best for me, enabling me to explore a variety of career options no matter where that may take me.

Working at BDO

What do we ask of our people?

The heart of our business isn’t about numbers and spreadsheets – it’s about our people. BDO is committed to providing an environment for Partners and staff that empowers them to work to their full potential and pursue their interests outside of BDO. We look to our people to:

  • Consistently deliver exceptional client service
  • Be active in building client relationships and growing the business
  • Contribute ideas and listen to the views of others
  • Put effort into developing strong working relationships
  • Continually add to our atmosphere of trust and cooperation
  • Be committed to the personal and professional growth of themselves and others.

What we offer

Our people identify career development, empowerment, a collaborative and personal culture, flexibility and being part of a growing global firm as the core attributes that define us as an employer.

  • Flexibility - your career with us is just one important aspect of your life
  • Career development – buddy and mentor programs, along with professional development, to support your growth
  • Empowerment – an environment where working directly with clients is encouraged
  • Collaboration - a culture based on our values of ONE, BOLD, HUMAN, STRIVE and HEART
  • Inclusion and diversity – a feeling of belonging and respect
  • A growing global firm – a strong local presence together with global reach and global opportunities.
As a trusted adviser, I am grateful to be a part of my clients’ success journey through acting as their sounding board and adding value to their business. I look forward to being the pillar of support for my clients so that they can focus on what is important to them and their business.
BDO’s strong culture of collaboration has never wavered since starting with the firm as a graduate. As a Partner, I aim to bring this same experience of the BDO culture to those around me, so they too can learn and grow within BDO.

Benefits and rewards

We care for our people and provide a broad range of benefits so that each person can select what is right for them. Our benefits support health and wellbeing, personal and professional development, flexibility, financial wellness, and a supportive, inclusive and social culture.

Comprehensive on boarding

Our thorough on boarding process sets you up for a successful start from day one.

 

Dress

Project your professional image your way, through both manner and presentation.

 

Professional development

Our priority is to ensure that you continually develop your technical knowledge through advanced training and other professional courses. We offer outstanding technical and non-technical training programs to help support your professional advancement. Learning and development has been consistently identified as one of BDO’s strengths in recent engagement surveys across our firm.

Performance conversations

Grow with BDO – our competency framework provides clear line of sight of the technical and non-technical competencies and capabilities that can help with your career planning. This framework also provides a guide to progression opportunities within and across service lines.

Flexible work

Flexible working can come in many different forms and we welcome a conversation to discuss the working arrangement that best supports your personal needs and the needs of the business.

Diversity and inclusion

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves at work and feel that their qualities as an individual are embraced and supported. Read more about our approach to inclusion and diversity.

Financial

In addition to corporate rates and discounts on select services, BDO provides other opportunities that enable you to receive financial support and have access to bonus payments, rewards and savings.

Rewards and recognition

We celebrate and reward the contributions, achievements and successes of our people. BDO’s recognition program is designed to recognise and reward outstanding individual and team contributions through a number of formal and informal recognition programs.

Leave

In addition to standard leave provisions, you will have access to a number of other types of leave, including community care/volunteering leave, parental (primary and secondary) leave, cultural/religious leave, domestic violence leave, blood donor leave, study leave and university graduation leave. You also have the option to purchase additional days of leave via salary sacrifice.

Social clubs

Social activities enable you to network and interact with colleagues outside of the work environment. Our social clubs are local to each office and provide opportunities, events and activities throughout the year. You can elect to join at any time for a small monthly fee.

Community care

We are committed to supporting our local communities and creating opportunities for our people to help make a difference, through our workplace giving programs, volunteering, and community partnerships with local charities. Learn more about our commitment to our communities.

Work Health & Safety (WHS)

We give a high priority to both your mental health and physical and online safety. BDO offers a range of training and access to support, including ergonomics, cyber security, coaching and counselling, and mental health first aid officers.   

Health and wellbeing

We offer a range of health-focused services and benefits to help you reach your peak potential in all aspects of life, such as wellness and end-of-trip facilities in our offices, corporate gym membership and health insurance rates, group fitness activities (such as ParkRun), flu vaccinations, wellbeing workshops and tea, coffee and biscuits supplied in the office daily.

BDO Alumni

If you move on to other opportunities, BDO's alumni program allows you to keep in touch with what is happening at BDO and stay in contact with former colleagues. 

At BDO we have five values that guide the way we work: ONE, BOLD, HUMAN, STRIVE, and HEART.

BDO Values

Learn more about our values and how our team members apply them to their roles.

Learn more about our commitment to diversity and an inclusive culture.