BDO in Australia

Change and Workforce Transformation Director

BDO in Australia  •  Sydney, AU (Onsite)  •  12 hours ago
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Job Description

We’re BDO, a global professional services firm connected to local markets. Our people work together to provide specialist expertise, helping businesses achieve their goals.

We inspire others, to go further. We create together, to reach higher. We build trust, to lead purposefully.

Whether you're building your future or starting your career with us, you won’t do it alone. From creating solutions for our clients to building careers for our people, we shape what matters, and that’s where you come in.

About the Role

Thisis a client-facing role responsible for leading complex transformation, peopleand workforce advisory engagements across private and government organisations.The successful candidate willbringseasoned business developmentexperience,deep consulting capability, strategic thinking and practical delivery leadership to help clients translate strategy into sustained organisational outcomes.

The role is expected to bring clarity to complexity, align diverse stakeholders around shared priorities, and design practical solutions that supportour client’s change and transformation programs Working closely withthe Partnersand senior leaders, theChange and Transformation Directorwill lead project deliveryand teams, contribute to thought leadership, anddrivethe growth and development of thepractice.

Thekey parts of this role are:

Practice Growth and Market Development

  • Lead and grow BDO’s Change and Transformation practicein Sydneythrough visible leadership, strategic businessdevelopmentand market engagement.
  • Build trusted executive relationships, identify and convert opportunities, shape compelling proposals and contribute to the practice’s growth strategy.

Client Delivery and Advisory

  • Lead the design and delivery of complex people advisory,transformationand change engagements for clients across private and government sectors.
  • Partner with clients to understand strategic priorities, diagnose organisational challenges and develop practical, evidence-informed solutions.
  • Translate enterprise strategy into actionable programs of work, operating models, workforce plans, change roadmaps
  • Providetrusted advice to senior client stakeholders, bringing clarity to complex issues and supporting effective decision-making.
  • Ensure high-quality project outcomes through strong project governance, disciplined delivery, commercialawarenessand exceptional client service.

Transformation, Organisation Designand Workforce Strategy

  • Lead workforce optimisation, organisational effectiveness and transformation programs that improve productivity,performanceand service delivery outcomes.
  • Design organisational structures, rolereviews, competency frameworks, and ways of working that support strategic objectives and sustainable performance
  • Develop workforce strategies and plans that align capability, capacity,structureand culture with future business needs.

Technology-Enabled Transformation

  • Lead the people side of enterprise technology transformation, with deepexpertiseof change managementacrosseither:SAP, Oracle, Workday, Dayforceorother enterprise platforms.
  • Shape and deliver change strategies, stakeholder engagement, organisational readiness, communications,trainingand adoption approaches that enable successful system implementation and business transition.
  • Partner with business and technology leaders to manage change impacts, embed new ways of working and drive sustained user adoption and value realisation from technology investments.

Leadership, Team Contributionand Business Development

  • Lead, coach and support project teams to deliver high-quality work, build capability and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team culture.
  • Manage individual and team workload, prioritise effectively and support team members to deliver against agreed timelines and outcomes.
  • Leadproposal development, client relationship management, market insights andbusinessdevelopment activities.
  • Develop and contribute to methodologies, tools, thoughtleadershipand service offerings that strengthen the practice.
  • Model BDO’s values through authentic,collaborativeand courageous leadership, fostering trust, accountability,excellenceand inclusion.

About You

For this role, technical skillsandexcellencein deliveryare a given. We are looking forsomeone who can help us grow the practice and be pivotal to business development.

Our successful candidate has significant experience in consultingand business development(10-15 years+)with strongtechnicalcapability across one or more:change management,organisational designandworkforce strategy across private and/or government organisations.

Combined with:

  • Experience working with senior stakeholders and diverse stakeholder groups to align priorities, manage complexity and deliver sustained outcomes.
  • Leading consulting teams to deliver quality products and outcomes for clients while building capabilitywithin the team
  • Well-developed consulting skills, including problem solving, research, analysis, facilitation, presentation, projectmanagementand attention to detail.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex ideas clearly and influence stakeholders at various levels.
  • Commercially astute,self-motivatedand comfortable working in a fast-paced, client-facing professional services environment.
  • Relevant tertiary qualification in business, psychology, human resources, organisational development, change management or a related discipline is desirable.

What’s in it for you?

Join a growing and ambitious practice where you will have the opportunity to shape the future direction of ourofferingYou will lead meaningful programs, build trusted executive relationships, influence strategicoutcomesand play a key role in driving practice growth. This role offers significant autonomy, leadership opportunities,flexibilityand a pathway to further career progression within BDO.

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 culture is underpinned by our core values (One, Bold, Human, Heart and Strive).

We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer for 2025-2026 by Diversity Council of Australia and a 2024-2025 Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).

BDO is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment practices. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview process, we encourage you to contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruitment@bdo.com.au

BDO in Australia

About BDO in Australia

BDO is a trusted adviser to clients seeking audit, tax and advisory services. As one of the world’s leading audit and accounting organisations, we have clients of all types and sizes from large corporate organisations to private businesses, entrepreneurs and individuals across an array of industry sectors.

At BDO, we are guided by our values that are the foundation of what we deliver: IDEAS | PEOPLE | TRUST.

This is about delivering ideas and advice that create value; quality-driven people who are motivated by providing exceptional client service; and being trusted to get the job done.

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Industry
Accounting & Tax
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Brisbane, AU
Year Founded
Unknown
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