Corporate Secretarial Trainee (BDO Ireland)

at  BDO Ireland

BDO Ireland is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Trainee to join our Corporate Secretarial department. You will be part of a dynamic team assisting in managing a diverse portfolio of domestic and international clients across various industries. We are seeking a detail-oriented professional with strong organizational and communication skills to ensure compliance with the Companies Act 2014 and other governance requirements. The role involves coordinating, attending, and taking minutes at board and committee meetings, ensuring accurate records and effective communication.
At BDO, we value individuality and support you in shaping your career to match your strengths and aspirations. You’ll have the chance to work on a broad range of tasks, developing professionally at every stage of your career. We recognise hard work, reward excellence, and provide clear expectations and growth opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with the Companies Act 2014 and other governance requirements.
• Co-ordinate, attend, and minute board/committee meetings.
• Maintain statutory books and records, and monitor filing deadlines.
• Arrange document execution, notarisations, apostilling, and filing with registries.
• Assist with client onboarding and governance queries.
• Collaborate with internal teams to provide solutions for clients.
• Support clients from incorporation to winding down.
• Contribute to specialised projects requiring independent secretarial services.
• Build and manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist with ad-hoc projects as needed.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Third-level qualification in business, law, or similar discipline (ICSA part qualified is a plus).
• Detail-oriented with strong organisational and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and excellent tech skills.
• Able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ambitious and driven to succeed.
• Experience working in an administrative role is a plus.

Benefits

• Modern office in a central location
• On-site gym and barista
• Career progression opportunities
• Travel Green Allowance Voucher
• Annual leave purchase scheme
• Professional development through BDO Learning & Development
• Coverage of professional subscription fees
• 20 days annual leave
• Digi Doc (24/7 access to free digital GP consultation service)
• Take a me day (One extra day of paid leave per calendar year)

About BDO Ireland
As part of the fifth largest global professional services firm, BDO stands as a leading force in Ireland’s accountancy, tax, advisory, and consulting realm. Working with us fuels your career’s purpose at every turn, offering unmatched breadth, quality, responsibility, and AI exposure.
BDO Ireland is a key player in the international BDO network—the world’s largest European-led accounting group. With an excellent partner-to-staff ratio, our 91,054 experts collaborate with clients, delivering impactful advice from 1,658 locations across 167 countries.
At BDO, we prioritise how we treat our people—colleagues and clients alike. Our international recognition for a mindful and compassionate company culture reflects our commitment to placing individuals at the heart of all we pursue.

• Ensure compliance with the Companies Act 2014 and other governance requirements.
• Co-ordinate, attend, and minute board/committee meetings.
• Maintain statutory books and records, and monitor filing deadlines.
• Arrange document execution, notarisations, apostilling, and filing with registries.
• Assist with client onboarding and governance queries.
• Collaborate with internal teams to provide solutions for clients.
• Support clients from incorporation to winding down.
• Contribute to specialised projects requiring independent secretarial services.
• Build and manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist with ad-hoc projects as needed