Graduate risk advisory role supporting clients across internal audit, compliance reviews, financial process reviews, cybersecurity assessments, and IT audits. Responsibilities include evaluating processes, systems, and controls; identifying improvements; recommending actions; supporting client engagements; and assisting with business development. The programme develops analytical, communication, problem-solving, and client relationship skills while supporting professional qualifications.
The BDO Risk Advisory Services Graduate Programme offers graduates the opportunity to learn how businesses really work. You will be exposed to different organisations, industries and business challenges, which will help you develop the analytical, commercial and interpersonal skills that underpin a successful career in professional services.
You will not be confined to one narrow area, but instead will learn to understand organisations from the inside. You’ll see what they are trying to achieve, what could prevent them, and how governance, risk management and controls play their part.
As part of the Risk Advisory Services (“RAS”) team, you will work with a variety of clients across different industries, helping them identify risks, improve processes, enhance controls, and meet regulatory requirements. You will be involved in internal audits, compliance reviews, cyber security assessments, and IT audits, giving you a broad understanding of how organisations manage risk in today's evolving business environment.
Working alongside experienced professionals, you will develop strong problem-solving and client relationship skills. The RAS programme provides a strong foundation for a wide range of future opportunities. From a very early stage, you will work directly with clients, taking responsibility for meaningful work. As you progress we will support you in achieving professional qualifications and over time to identify the areas in which you want to specialise.
Key Responsibilities
- Participating in internal audit assignments, assessing the design and operating effectiveness of clients’ processes, systems, and controls.
- Identifying areas for improvement, and recommending actions to enhance efficiency and strengthen controls.
- Conducting financial reviews to help clients align their financial processes with best practice and to meet regulatory requirements.
- For candidates interested in technology, conducting cyber security assessments, advising on the design and effectiveness of security management, processes, systems and controls.
- Assisting with a broad range of client engagements and business development activities, supporting the team in delivering high-quality outcomes.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- We typically look for graduates with a 2.1 Honours degree. However, we place a strong emphasis on critical thinking, curiosity and potential.
- We are seeking people who can analyse a problem, communicate clearly and bring an enquiring mindset to new challenges. Your degree discipline is less important than how you think.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build effective professional relationships.
- A proactive and enthusiastic approach to learning and professional development.
- Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- High attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality work.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
- Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Ireland and are required to indicate any current or future employment permit or visa sponsorship requirements as part of your application.
Benefits
Office Facilities
- State of the art, high tech office on Dublin’s Baggot Street
- Onsite gym, with changing and shower facilities
- Secure bike parking
- Onsite café with complimentary barista
Health Benefits & Leave Entitlements
- Together Anywhere Leave
- Paid Study Leave
- Life Leave
- Me Day
- Digital Doctor access
- Mini Health Assessments
- Expanded Health Insurance providers
- Annual Leave Purchase Scheme
Work Equipment & Resources
- Laptop
- Annual Professional Subscription
- Learning & Development initiatives
Income Benefits
- Life Assurance
- Green Travel Allowance
- Start Up Allowance
- Pension Contribution
About
BDO Ireland LLP is an accountancy and business advisory firm that provides Audit, Tax, Deals, and Consulting, Risk & Outsourcing (CR&O) services to entrepreneurial, growing and ambitious businesses.Following our merger with BDO UK in July 2026, we operate out of 19 locations across the UK and Ireland. Employing 8,500 people and with revenues of approximately €1.2 billion, we are one of Europe’s largest accountancy organisations focused on the ambitious and entrepreneurial mid-market.With more than 100 years of experience and a strong entrepreneurial heritage, we are uniquely positioned to support businesses at every stage of their journey – from start-up to FTSE, from local markets to international growth.We put our people and our clients at the centre of everything we do – delivering insight and quality, and in doing the right thing for business and society.BDO Ireland LLP is part of the BDO International network, providing professional services in 169 countries, with 95,000 people working out of 870 offices worldwide. It has revenues of US$11 billion.
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