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About the Role
We are seeking an Events & Partnerships Coordinator to support the planning, coordination and delivery of high-quality events in Adelaide, while contributing to national initiatives across the Events & Partnerships function.
You will work closely with internal stakeholders, external organisations and the broader Markets, Clients and Growth (MCG) team to deliver engaging event experiences and support the management of key partnerships. This role plays a key part in ensuring events and partnership activities are executed professionally, align to strategic priorities, and deliver meaningful outcomes for clients and the firm.
As part of a national team, you will contribute to cross-office initiatives and broader marketing and business development activities, gaining exposure across events, partnerships and campaign delivery in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
Key responsibilities include:
Coordinate end-to-end delivery of events, ensuring a seamless and high-quality experience
Support the management and activation of partnerships and sponsorships
Engage effectively with internal stakeholders and external providers
Contribute to national and cross-office events, campaigns and initiatives
Assist with broader marketing and business development activities
Ensure all activities are aligned to strategic priorities and brand standards
On occasions working outside of usual office hours to manage and support the delivery of events. No weekend work is required.
About You
You are a highly organised and proactive professional who enjoys delivering impactful events and building strong stakeholder connections. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, balancing competing priorities while contributing to high-quality, client-focused outcomes.
To succeed in this role, you will bring
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes.
A proactive mindset with the ability to take initiative.
Previous experience in events, partnerships or marketing coordination, whether through professional or volunteer roles
Tertiary qualifications in Marketing, Events Management or a related field, or demonstrated equivalent experience.
Experience supporting marketing, business development or campaign activities (desirable)
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, 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 for 2025-2026 by Diversity Council of Australia and a 2024-2025 Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).
BDO is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment practices. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview process, we encourage you to contact our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]
Skills Required
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities
- Proactive mindset with the ability to take initiative
- Previous experience in events, partnerships or marketing coordination (professional or volunteer)
- Tertiary qualifications in Marketing, Events Management or related field, or equivalent experience
- Experience supporting marketing, business development or campaign activities
What We Do
BDO is a trusted adviser to clients seeking audit, tax and advisory services. As one of the world’s leading audit and accounting organisations, we have clients of all types and sizes from large corporate organisations to private businesses, entrepreneurs and individuals across an array of industry sectors. At BDO, we are guided by our values that are the foundation of what we deliver: IDEAS | PEOPLE | TRUST. This is about delivering ideas and advice that create value; quality-driven people who are motivated by providing exceptional client service; and being trusted to get the job done. Talk to us today.
