Coordinator, Operations and Projects- Ethics & Independence

Operational support & systems

• Respond to non‑technical administrative queries from firms, including the issuance of training certificates, Learning Management System (LMS) enrolments and access requests.
• Track and follow up on ServiceNow technical queries, escalating overdue items where necessary.
• Coordinate diary scheduling for selected leadership meetings where required.

Meetings, events & programmes

• Coordinate internal team knowledge sharing sessions, including logistics, materials and post‑event follow‑up (such as uploading recordings).
• Coordinate the publication of quarterly virtual publications, including timeline planning, collection of content from SME’s, liaising with editing teams and facilitation of the review process to ensure timely publication.
• Support conference delivery by liaising with marketing and other internal global teams and contributing as part of the conference coordination team where appropriate.

Content, communications & publications

• Manage content updates to the global intranet, including making changes directly and reviewing or approving updates submitted by others.
• Format news articles and other internal communications content for publication.
• Create standard email templates to support consistent communications across the programme.
• Format slides and presentation materials for meetings, training and events, taking primary responsibility for routine formatting and coordinating with Central Operations for additional support where appropriate.

Knowledge management & platforms

• Maintain document libraries and indexes on global intranet and SharePoint, including rolling forward folders and keeping records current.
• Maintain structured documentation repositories, version control, and audit‑ready records.
• Set up and manage surveys using survey tools such as MS Form and Alchemer.
• Support the maintenance and updating of Terms of Reference for stakeholder groups.

Weekly digest & research support

• Curate content for the Weekly Digest by monitoring external sources (e.g. IESBA, IAASB and IFAC) and identifying relevant articles.
• Coordinate the collection of internal contributions, such as quotes or commentary, for inclusion in the publication.

Required skills & experience (7+ years)

Essential

• At least 7 years’ experience in programme coordination, project coordination, or PMO, ideally within a global accounting and/or regulated environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with competing priorities and complex dependencies.
• Strong meeting coordination, action tracking, and follow‑up discipline.
• Excellent written communication skills, including drafting minutes, reports, policy support materials, and briefing packs.
• High attention to detail and strong organisational and planning skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint).
• Confidence working across multiple systems and platforms, such as LMS platforms, intranets, web tools and survey software.
• Clear and professional communicator, able to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Proactive, reliable and comfortable managing multiple tasks at the same time.
• Enjoys operational work and supporting programmes that span multiple teams and regions.
• Strong operational capability and a willingness to learn and adapt.

Preferred

• Experience working in Ethics & Independence, Risk, Compliance, Quality, or Professional Standards functions at an Accounting Firm.
• Project management certification (PRINCE2, CAPM, PMP) an advantage.
• Experience in a professional services or global programme environment would be an advantage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (Business, Compliance, Risk, Governance, or related field) or equivalent experience.
• Project coordination/PMO certification a plus.

Why BDO?

We inspire others, to go further

At BDO, your ideas matter. You’re encouraged to think beyond the expected, explore new possibilities, and shape your own path. Here, you can make a meaningful impact, on your career, on your community, and on the future we build together.

We create together, to reach higher

We’re a people‑powered organisation, united by our diverse strengths and shared ambition. You’ll join a collaborative global team that values your perspective, amplifies your ideas, and supports your growth. Through global connections, shared knowledge, and opportunities for mobility, you’ll be part of something bigger: creating solutions that matter.

We build trust, to lead purposefully

Your expertise drives real outcomes at BDO. You’ll be part of an organisation that is trusted, recognised, and respected worldwide. With a strong commitment to integrity, sustainability, and positive impact, you'll be empowered to lead with purpose, both in the work you deliver, and in the communities where you live and work.

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