Corporate Secretarial Trainee (BDO Ireland)

at  BDO Ireland

DESCRIPTION

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.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERTISE

• Third-level qualification in business, law, or similar discipline.
• 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.

• 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.