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Who we are
BDO is a global trusted advisor for clients seeking a range of services, including tax, audit and assurance, advisory, and business outsourcing. In Guernsey, BDO Limited stands out as a leading firm, dedicated to helping businesses of all sizes thrive. BDO is a key player in the local market, our clients range from large finance businesses to private businesses, entrepreneurs and individuals. Our commitment to exceptional client service and quality ensures that we provide tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of each client.
We care for our people and spend time and effort in creating the right environment to support people’s growth personally and professionally. As part of our commitment to the community we also carry out pro-bono work for local charities and often get involved in fundraising initiatives to support our community. We have an eye on sustainability and have goals to reach net zero carbon emissions.
90 people
BDO Guernsey employ over
BDO Global provides business advisory services in
166countries
1,800 offices worldwide
Our Values
Our values underpin our culture here at BDO and are the core of how we work and interact with one another. We have four core values, tap below to find out more:
HONESTY &INTEGRITY
MUTUAL SUPPORT & RESPECT
PROFESSIONAL & PERSONAL CLIENT RELATIONSHIPS
EMPOWERMENT AND PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY
Be transparent, genuine and fair. Operate with the highest degree of personal and professional integrity.
Value and support each other. Maintain an inclusive working environment where teamwork and relationships matter
Understand the person as well as the business. Build relationships based on respect, trust and exceptional service.
Work with confidence, flexibility and freedom. Understand that trust and responsibility go hand-in-hand.
Social Club
Our social club promotes employee engagement and well-being through various sports and social activities, such as team sports leagues, fitness challenges, and social gatherings. These events foster camaraderie, enhance physical and mental health, and contribute to a positive company culture. Activities include boxing, the Herm beer and cider festival, mini golf, netball and more. Each summer, we organize an annual away day, previously held in Sark, Herm, and at The Imperial Hotel, for a fun-filled day outside the office.
Our Corporate Social Responsibility
Our charities committee plays a vital role in ensuring that our philanthropic efforts are not only meaningful and impactful but also closely aligned with our overall vision. This dedicated team organizes and coordinates our participation in various community charity events, such as the Swimathon, Saffery Rotary Walk, Bright Tights Day, and many more. By bringing our people together for these initiatives, we foster a spirit of giving back and make a positive difference in our community. As a firm, we proudly offer voluntary audit services to select charities, enabling them to allocate their funding more effectively towards impactful initiatives.
Wellbeing
Our wellbeing team focus on supporting the health and happiness of employees within the organisation. Our committee develops and promotes various activities aimed at improving mental, physical, spiritual and emotional wellbeing to ensure all our colleagues feel supported. We also have many people trained up as Mental Health First Aiders.
Sustainability
We are proud to work in Plaza House, Guernsey’s only BREEAM-rated building. BREEAM is a globally recognized sustainability assessment method that champions Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) solutions, focusing on critical areas like achieving net-zero carbon emissions and enhancing health and social impact. As a firm, we are committed to reaching net-zero carbon emissions, and our move to this building is a significant step toward that goal. Together, we’re not just building a workplace; we’re fostering a sustainable future! We have established a ‘Green Team’ committed to exploring innovative ways to enhance our firm’s sustainability efforts. This dedicated group actively researches and implements strategies that reduce our environmental impact, promote eco-friendly practices, and foster a culture of sustainability within the organisation.
At BDO our new joiners will receive all the necessary training and development support to achieve a variety of local and internationally recognised professional qualifications, but we know that success is about more than your accolades. As a trainee, we give you the opportunity to put your knowledge into practice on live assignments enabling you to learn business skills and behaviours when working with clients and colleagues.
Learning and Development
TRAINEE REQUIREMENTS We support accounting qualifications such as ACA or ACCA which consists of exams and a practical experience requirement, over the course of three to four years. We aim to find: A level school leavers who have gained 3 A-levels grades A*- C (or equivalent from IB pathways) BTEC level 3 school leavers with at least a Merit, Merit, Pass Grade 4 (C) in English Language and Maths at GCSE However academic achievements are just one part of the picture.
Find out more: Visit our Careers Site. Email our HR team.
What is included?
How does our recruitment process work?
Our recruitment process gives you the opportunity to tell us about yourself, your experience and what makes you different. It includes a combination of:
We offer A-level and BTEC level 3 students the opportunity to gain valuable work experience and find out more about BDO as an organisation. During your time with us you will learn about life as a trainee and get to experience the work of our different Departments and Teams. We can also organise an informal chat with some of our current trainees if you would like a first-hand testimonial.
Work experience
In-person Interviews
Interactive Online Sessions
Helping you to succeed
How do we invest in career development?
Starting benefits usually include: 20 days holiday per year Comprehensive medical insurance Non-contributory pension Overtime and TOIL (time off in lieu) Policy
You’ll also receive: Additional study days and support leave dependent on level of exam A support infrastructure including full support with costs and time for tuition and exam sitting, a buddy system and line management who understand your needs. External professional study training provided by our chosen study partner
Working Flexibly
Our flexible working framework allows for agile working that supports today’s working environment and workplace. It offers flexibility over when and where you work while ensuring that we deliver quality work and remain connected to our clients, firm, and teams. Our policy offers opportunities for regular remote working and the facility to flex working hours between 7am and 7pm.
We are proud to be a member of the Guernsey Employment Trust Disability Charter.
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For more information:
recruitment@bdo.gg
John Ioannou-Droushiotis, HR Manager and Steffi Cairns, HR Senior Administrator
BDO Limited, a limited liability company incorporated in Guernsey, is a member of BDO International Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, and forms part of the international BDO network of independent member firms. (C) 2025 BDO Limited. All rights reserved. www.bdo.gg
