About this role
The BDO Transaction Services team is seeking a Graduate Trainee to join its graduate programme, designed for individuals who are eager to build a career in corporate finance and gain hands-on experience supporting a wide range of transaction and advisory engagements. As part of the Transaction Services team, you will work alongside experienced professionals advising stakeholders on mergers, acquisitions, disposals, and investment opportunities. You will be involved in analysing financial information, performing due diligence, assessing business performance, and helping clients make informed investment decisions. The role will provide exposure to a diverse range of industries, business models, and transaction types, allowing you to develop both your technical capabilities and commercial understanding. From the outset, you will be trusted with meaningful responsibilities while receiving the training, mentoring, and support needed to grow professionally. As you progress, you will develop strong analytical and client-facing skills, gain practical experience in financial due diligence and transaction advisory, and work towards a recognised professional qualification ( ACA or ACCA ). This programme offers an excellent foundation for graduates looking to develop a long-term career in Transaction Services, Corporate Finance, and the wider professional services sector. Financial Due Diligence Support – Assist in reviewing and analysing financial information to support buy-side and sell-side transaction projects, identifying key business drivers, risks, and opportunities. Financial Analysis & Modelling – Support the preparation of financial analyses, trend reviews, and working capital assessments to provide insights into business performance and transaction value. Client Relationship Management – Build and maintain professional relationships with clients and stakeholders, supporting project delivery and ensuring a high standard of client service throughout transaction engagements. Transaction Reporting – Contribute to the preparation of due diligence reports, presentations, and client deliverables, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and attention to detail. Market & Industry Research – Perform research on sectors, markets, and companies to help inform transaction advice and client decision-making. Project Support – Assist with the management of multiple engagements, coordinating information requests, tracking project milestones, and supporting senior team members throughout the transaction lifecycle. Ad-Hoc Responsibilities – Assist with a broad range of transaction-related activities and special projects, including financial analysis, market research, preparation of reports and presentations, business development support, project coordination, administrative tasks, and other duties as required to support the Transaction Services team and client engagements.