Consultant - Corporate Advisory Services

About BDO

BDO provides audit and assurance, advisory, tax and business outsourcing services to companies across all sectors of the economy.

As one of the world’s leading audit and accounting organizations, we have clients of all types and sizes, from large corporate organizations to private businesses, entrepreneurs and individuals across various industry sectors.

From a global beginning in 1963 with five firms, today BDO extends across 166 countries and territories, with 115,661 people working out of 1,776 offices.

At BDO, we understand that being the leader in exceptional client service begins – and ends – with exceptional regard for our people. Relationships matter in our work and interactions with clients and how we work and interact with each other. What differentiates BDO as an employer is our focus on relationships.

About the Role:

Research and Data Gathering:

Ensure the information available in the market is up to date with respect to different free zones, regulations, legislation and trends in the market and new considerations for private client services and changes within the region.

Client Communication:

Manage day-to-day client communications, addressing inquiries, resolving issues promptly, and answering questions via phone, email, or other channels.

Drafting and Document Preparation:

Responsible for issuing formal proposals, drafting of resolutions, review of resolutions, review of documents and document submission, ensuring all documents are properly vetted before submission.

Relationship Management:

Assist in maintaining positive client relationships and contribute to strategies for client retention.

Internal Coordination:

Collaborate with other internal teams, such as tax, audit, BD, finance etc. to ensure the timely delivery of services and solutions.

Problem-Solving:

Provide assistance in troubleshooting and resolving service-related issues for clients in all circumstances whether incorporation, execution of work, advice, or incomplete processes.

Documentation:

Document client interactions and solutions, often using a CRM system such as Netsuite and ensuring the relevant information is properly documented and updated on the platform. Further ensuring and maintaining proper documentation and filing of client’s matters.

Company Formations:

Ability to establish entities in different jurisdictions (preferable in DIFC & ADGM as well), complete all processes for the establishment of entities, liaise with external authorities, and establish different types of entities (LLCs, branches, sole establishment etc) in these jurisdiction.

Sufficient Knowledge & Knowledge Learning :

Having satisfactory knowledge on different jurisdictions (including ADGM & DIFC), the differentiation of such jurisdiction and the ability to learn quickly on their feet regarding different industries and the applicable restrictions for the same.

Liaising with External Regulatory Authorities & Government Authorities :

Ability to liaise with external authorities for approvals, NOCs, set-ups, notarisations, attestations and other such matters with knowledge of the respective processes for the same.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Preferably CS qualified with +2 years of experience
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Good organizational and time management
• Technical knowledge on using Microsoft tools or the aptitude to learn
• Technical knowledge on company formations, processes, jurisdictions and industries
• Must be detail-oriented
• Ability to collaborate effectively with team members, stakeholders and management personnel
• Proactive, eager to learn, and open to guidance

BDO's Story:

The BDO story is truly remarkable one, built on solid foundations laid by our visionary founder. BDO is fundamentally a people-centric business with a proven track record of exceptional client service.

In 2018, we unveiled our leadership ambition: “Our Dream” - emphasizing that it’s time for BDO to lead— for our people to lead, each of us in our own right. Whether in our markets, through innovation, or as future advisors, our purpose, or “WHY,” drives us forward.

Our WHY is “People helping People achieve their Dreams”. Our “WHY” defines our identity – serving as our motivation and guiding principle. This principle is at the heart of BDO because people’s dreams matter to us.

We are driven to help our colleagues, clients, and communities become their fullest. At BDO, a career is distinguished by our unique culture—a fusion of people, passion, and results that defines and shapes everything we do.

What It's Like to Work at BDO:

While many accounting firms offer professional services, few match our rich culture of opportunity, personal fulfillment, and long-term growth.

We are dedicated to the sustainable development of our people, respecting their talents and fostering their growth. Accountability and personal responsibility are encouraged at all levels, supported by structured career planning and training.

Our global culture respects local cultural nuances and strives to be ethical, socially, and environmentally responsible everywhere we operate. At BDO, our diverse team is united by a shared ambition to make a meaningful impact and become the industry’s top choice.