Audit Director

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and high-performing audit professional who is ready to take the next step in their career and play a key role in the continued growth and development of our audit practice. We are looking for someone who is motivated by progression, committed to delivering consistently high-quality work, and excited by the opportunity to operate as an Audit Signing Principal. The successful candidate will combine strong technical and commercial awareness with the confidence to lead teams, build trusted relationships with clients, and contribute meaningfully to the direction and growth of the wider practice. You will have the opportunity to shape engagements, develop people, strengthen client relationships and identify opportunities to grow our portfolio, while maintaining the high standards of quality and professionalism expected of our audit team. Ultimately, we are looking for an experienced individual who is ready for progression, hungry for growth, and committed to quality and excellence – someone who wants to make a genuine impact and sees the Director role as an important step towards their longer-term leadership ambitions. Proactively identify and pursue opportunities to grow the Firm’s audit and assurance business, including audits, authority-related work, and investigative engagements. Plan and manage the Firm’s audit business, allocating resources effectively to ensure client deadlines are met. Review work performed within the Audit to ensure full compliance with quality control guidelines set by BDO International and ensure staff awareness of these requirements. Provide technical and work-management support to Audit staff. Assess audit staffing levels and make recommendations to Partners regarding recruitment, training, and performance management, including initiating recruitment where required. Negotiate fees with new and existing clients. Act as the Firm’s Centre of Excellence for audit matters, maintaining up-to-date technical and professional knowledge. Perform concurring reviews of financial statements, particularly for listed entities and audits with qualified opinions. Liaise with the Director of BDO Technology Advisory Limited regarding technology resources supporting the audit practice, including IT audit and staff/client IT needs. Represent the Firm as Audit Director, keeping Partners informed of market opportunities, competition, and audit-related developments. Take overall responsibility for audit quality on engagements and ensure appropriate audit opinions are issued. Ensure compliance with independence and ethical requirements on all audit engagements. Provide strategic direction to the audit department, collaborating with Partners and firm leadership to implement the Firm’s strategy while maintaining high audit quality standards. Lead and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring exceptional service delivery without compromising audit integrity or quality. …