At BDO Australia, our why is ‘empowering people, realising possibilities’. One way we bring this to life is by hiring and developing exceptional talent, to deliver on our wide array of audit, tax and advisory services.

About the Role

Our BDO Brisbane office is seeking an experienced P&C Business Partner to join our People & Culture team. You will be responsible for looking after the Audit service line and deliver effective people strategies and programs to achieve BDO’s people goals across the full employee life cycle. This is more than just an operationally focused People & Culture role; we are seeking an individual who has experience and an interest in strategic development and growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Support stakeholders in the development and delivery of talent strategies

Lead the delivery of HR projects, solutions and services that deliver business outcomes, build capability, and improve performance

Contribute to supporting a safe, positive workplace culture base on shared values and common goals

Manage and advise senior leaders on all people matters that arise within your client group including employee relations, performance, remuneration, engagement, inclusion and diversity, talent management, wellbeing and turnover identifying and minimising any risks

Provide specialist advice, guidance, and support on a range of organisational change projects

Build and maintain strategic working relationships within client groups and key stakeholders to understand and anticipate business needs and priorities

Using experience and knowledge of current trends and best practice standards educate and support others with the ability to positively influence stakeholder decisions

Guide, coach, and support managers in the consistent application of HR policies, procedures, and tools

About You

Tertiary qualifications in HR, change management or in a related discipline would be highly regarded but not essential

Prior experience in a business partnering role

Experience in developing business strategies

Knowledge and practical experience in Change Management activities

Exposure or experience using a talent management methodology

Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence senior leaders

Knowledge and understanding of employment-related laws, employee relations and risk management issues ideally within professional services

An understanding of contemporary and emerging people issues and practices

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, free breakfast, 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 culture is underpinned by our core values (One, Bold, Human, Heart and Strive). We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia and an Employer of Choice by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).