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About the Company
BDO is a global network of independent public accounting firms, serving an extensive range of clients across multiple industries. Recognised as one of the largest global networks providing audit, advisory, and tax services, BDO is renowned for its commitment to exceptional client service. The organisation focuses on fostering strong relationships with clients, understanding their unique needs, and delivering tailored solutions. With a presence in over 160 countries, BDO combines international expertise with deep local knowledge, ensuring comprehensive and insightful guidance. Their client base includes large multinational corporations, public entities, and private businesses, reflecting BDO's versatility and adaptability in a dynamic business environment.
Company Profile
Year founded: 1963
CEO: Keith Farlinger
Employee Number: Around 111,300
Headquarters: Zaventem, Belgium
Core Values: Being responsible, bold, collaborative and genuine, and acting with integrity
Official website: https://www.bdo.co.uk/en-gb/home
About the Role
BDO UK's Tax Graduate Programme is a three-year initiative designed to blend practical work experience with paid study leave, allowing participants to work towards recognised industry qualifications. Graduates in this programme have the opportunity to explore and understand their chosen business stream, expanding their skill set and laying the groundwork for a successful career. They benefit from exceptional coaching and mentoring throughout the programme, enhancing both their professional and personal development.
The programme includes studying for professional qualifications through a combination of self-taught and classroom sessions, with ample study time and support provided. Successful completion of the programme leads to a Level 7 Accountancy/Taxation Apprenticeship, which encompasses qualifications such as ACA, ACA/CTA Joint Programme, CTA, and ATT/CTA Tax Pathway qualification. From the outset, graduates work on live assignments alongside more experienced colleagues, fostering their commercial and client skills.
Student & Graduate Recruitment Process
Stage 1: Online Application
You need to apply through BDO's official job application portal. The application asks a set of questions about who you are, your education and your experience. It normally takes less than 30 minutes.
Stage 2: Online Assessment
This stage includes two parts: interactive assessment and video interview. The interactive assessment consists of numerical and situational tests. The video interview will focus on your behaviour and motivation.
Stage 3: Virtual Assessment Centre and Final Interview
If you are successful in Stage 2, you will attend a virtual assessment centre. This stage involves a series of exercises such as a group discussion and report writing. You may also need to attend a final interview on the same day. If your final interview is not on the same day, you will be invited to a final interview on another day.
Stage 4: Offer and Feedback
Following the final assessment, candidates receive feedback and are informed about the outcome of their application. You will receive a job offer if you are successful.
How to Prepare for the Interview
1. We have prepared a list of potential questions you may be asked during your BDO UK Tax Graduate interview. Once you have purchased the interview prep service, you can access our interviewing portal, where you can see all the questions.
2. Read the question carefully and start preparing your answers, or think about how you would answer each question. This may require doing some research about the company and the role. You can check out our interview preparation hub and resources page to aid your preparation.
3. Once you know how to answer these questions, you can start recording your answers. Your answers do not need to be perfect, and we are here to improve your performance. Submit your recording when you are ready.
4. We will review your answers within 48 hours and provide feedback on improving your answers.
Please note: once interview answers are submitted, you cannot go back and amend them. Please practice as many times as you want before submitting for review.
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