Consultant - Manager, Risk Advisory Services | Expressions of Interest

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About the Role
BDO’s Canberra Risk Advisory Services team is growing, and we’re seeking expressions of interest from experienced professionals at Consultant, Senior Consultant and Manager level to join our Project & Program Assurance and Internal Audit practice areas.
You’ll work with Federal Government clients to strengthen governance, risk management, project delivery and control environments across complex transformation, program and business change initiatives.
Depending on your level of experience, you’ll contribute to or lead assurance and advisory engagements, including stakeholder engagement, research and analysis, risk assessments, evidence review and reporting. At the more senior levels, you’ll take greater ownership of engagement delivery, client relationships, team development and the quality of advice provided.
You’ll work alongside experienced leaders on high-profile government engagements while continuing to build your expertise across assurance, risk, governance and consulting.
About You
We’re interested in hearing from professionals with experience across project and program assurance, internal audit, risk management, governance, project management or related advisory areas.
You’ll ideally bring:
Experience in project and program assurance, internal audit, risk, governance, project management or a related consulting environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess evidence, identify risks and develop practical recommendations.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing clear, high-quality reports and advice.
Confidence engaging with stakeholders and building collaborative relationships with clients and internal teams.
For more experienced applicants, demonstrated ability to manage engagements, coordinate project delivery, coach junior team members and build trusted client relationships.
Relevant tertiary qualifications in business, commerce, project management, risk, IT or a related discipline.
Professional certifications, or progress towards certifications, such as IIA, ISACA, PMP, PRINCE2 or MSP will be highly regarded.
Australian Citizenship and the ability to obtain a Government security clearance.
Whether you’re looking to build your consulting career or take the next step into a leadership role, we’d love to hear from you.
Why BDO?
Working for BDO you will be part of a growing and market leading professional services firm.
Our national and global footprint provides our people with opportunities to work on interesting client engagements, across diverse industry sectors and services.
Our open and collaborative culture ensures access to Partners and professional mentors, to guide and accelerate your professional career, across a wide array of career pathways.
We provide our people with various health and wellbeing, social, financial, and professional development benefits to help realise what’s possible.
Participate in fitness challenges or take advantage of exclusive discounts to corporate health insurance, gym memberships and wellness facilities via our BWell program. Access benefits such as travel perks, retail discounts, employee referral rewards, study, and professional development support.
Our leave options cater to the unique needs of our people; and include enhanced family support, cultural and religious leave, and options to purchase additional leave. You can also give back and get involved in community initiatives via our BCaring program.
With a strong focus on learning and growth, we provide on the job training and formal development programs to help you succeed in your role and develop your skills and experience.
Our inclusive culture is underpinned by our core values (One, Bold, Human, Heart and Strive).
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Skills
Project Management, Risk Management, Talent Acquisition