Training Specialist

About BDO

At BDO Australia, our why is ‘empowering people, realising possibilities’. One way we bring this to life is by hiring and developing exceptional talent, to deliver on our wide array of audit, tax and advisory services.

About the Role

Our Change Team is looking to hire two Training Specialists on a full-time, 8 month contract, ideally commencing in July 2025. We are open to this candidate being located in any major Australian city.

Working as part of a Project Change Team, you would be responsible for supporting the training and capability uplift of the business, specifically :

Support the Training Manager in the design and development of the Training Strategy, Training Plan, Training Needs Analysis and Training Curriculum Support identification of appropriate training methods to successfully educate users

Support the maintenance and integrity of the training environment (where applicable)

Support the development of training content and materials for key stakeholder persona groups

Identify resources to support review of training materials and facilitate reviews

Support the translation of vendor training material (where applicable)

Appropriate storage and distribution of training materials, user guides and other on-demand training materials

Participate in train-the-trainer sessions (where applicable)

Support and execute the delivery of training

Support design and implementation of assessment methods to measure training effectiveness

Collaborate with subject matter experts to identify training needs and create relevant and engaging learning solutions

Implement effective learning methodologies, such as e-learning, classroom training, workshops, and coaching, to meet the diverse learning styles of employees

Skills / Attributes Required :

Proven experience as a Training Specialist or similar role in a project or program environment, with successful delivery and people adoption of change

Good understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies

Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels

Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

Good understanding of key OD / L&D principles and models

Experience managing relationships with internal business stakeholders and external partners

Demonstrated ability to transfer skills to team members

Qualifications and Experience required :

Experience as a Training Specialist on projects or changes to systems, processes, ways of working, etc.

Good written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder engagement skills.

A consultative and adaptable mindset, with the ability to understand and navigate organisational cultures and structures.

Professional certification in learning and development / training (desirable)

Experience supporting the successful development and execution of a Training Strategy

Workday or Microsoft Dynamics CRM system knowledge is desirable

Proficiency in learning management systems and e-learning authoring tools, as well as Microsoft 365 tools, including Teams, SharePoint Online, PowerPoint, Word, etc.

Why BDO?

Working for BDO you will be part of a growing and market leading professional services firm.

Our national and global footprint provides our people with opportunities to work on interesting client engagements, across diverse industry sectors and services.

Our open and collaborative culture ensures access to Partners and professional mentors, to guide and accelerate your professional career, across a wide array of career pathways.

We provide our people with various health and wellbeing, social, financial, and professional development benefits to help realise what’s possible.

Participate in fitness challenges or take advantage of exclusive discounts to corporate health insurance, gym memberships and wellness facilities via our BWell program. Access benefits such as travel perks, retail discounts, free breakfast, employee referral rewards, study, and professional development support.

Our leave options cater to the unique needs of our people; and include enhanced family support, cultural and religious leave, and options to purchase additional leave. You can also give back and get involved in community initiatives via our BCaring program.

With a strong focus on learning and growth, we provide on the job training and formal development programs to help you succeed in your role and develop your skills and experience.

Our culture is underpinned by our core values (One, Bold, Human, Heart and Strive). We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia and an Employer of Choice by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).