BDO creates 700 more trainee roles across 18 UK offices

BDO has opened applications for 700 new trainee positions across its 18 UK offices as it continues to invest in its early careers programmes. The 2025 trainee cohort will join the firm’s 8,000-strong workforce across audit, tax, deals, and consulting, risk and outsourcing. Applications are open for school leaver apprenticeships, graduates and students undertaking a 12-month industrial placement until 5 January 2025, with the majority joining the firm in September 2025. As part of its commitment to improving access to accountancy, BDO will also open applications for its summer work experience and insight programmes later in the year. The firm will also recruit for its annual Black Heritage programme, aimed at first year university students. Both programmes are open to candidates from across the UK. Anna Draper, head of people, culture and purpose at BDO, said: “Just a few weeks after welcoming over 600 trainees to BDO, I am delighted to have started our search for next year’s recruits. Today’s world can feel uncertain especially for young people making some important life decisions. Our role in progressing the next generation of professionals has never been more important. “By offering a number of entry routes into the profession, including school leaver apprenticeships, we are determined to help improve access to accountancy for all and kickstart a fulfilling and potentially lifelong career for those who join us.” She added: “Initiatives like BDO’s Black Heritage and Explore BDO insight programmes, designed for those who may not have considered or know much about a career in accountancy, have a huge role in diversifying the talent pool in our industry.”