Senior Consultant, Risk Advisory

BDO Canada LLP; Toronto; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO Canada LLP is seeking a Senior Consultant, Risk Advisory to join our National Business Resilience team in Canada. This replacement role focuses on delivering crisis management guidance, BIAs, and tabletop exercises for clients across sectors.

You will build client relationships, contribute to business development, and apply standards such as DRI and BCI guidelines while working with senior leaders to ensure high-quality engagements and knowledge transfer.

Qualifications

• University diploma in risk management, emergency management, business administration, or related field.
• Knowledge of risk analyses, business continuity approaches, and regulatory standards.
• Experience as a consultant in risk advisory and related industries is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver crisis management consulting, including risk analyses, business continuity, and IT disaster recovery.
• Lead client engagements and ensure high-quality deliverables with staff guidance.
• Develop relationships and support business development within targeted industries.

Skills

Risk analysis

Emergency preparedness

Business continuity

Project management

Client relationship building

Written communication

Bilingual English/French

Education

University diploma in risk management / emergency management / business administration

Job description

Putting people first, every day BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

Your Opportunity

Our National Business Resilience Team is looking for a Senior Consultant, Risk Advisory to join BDO’s Risk Advisory Services national team. This is a replacement role. Under the leadership of our Business Resilience Leads, you will provide crisis management guidance and services to clients in an array of sectors and you will contribute to the team business development activities, including the following responsibilities:

• Delivery high quality consulting services, with an all hazard and integrated crisis management approach, covering all components from risk analyses and audits, to emergency preparedness and response, business impact analysis and continuity, IT disaster recovery, and crisis communication to briefings and training as well as testing and simulations
• Building and delivery of strategic and operational solutions to harmonize client corporate requirements, objectives and needs, to engage all levels of employees and stakeholders in the crisis management solution, to transfer knowledge, to ensure project management with success and to lead client engagements throughout the mandate
• Building lasting relationships and development of business with new clients in addition to maintaining relationships with existing clients
• Contribution to achieve the agreed upon goals for the industry sectors
• Participation in the evolution of BDO’s intellectual capital for the practice
• Experience in business continuity planning, including business impact analyses (BIAs), business continuity plan (BCP) development, and tabletop exercises

How do we define success for your role? You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspects of your work: Integrity, Respect and Collaboration. You understand your client's industry, challenges, and opportunities; client describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high quality work. You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to your clients. You share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains & attracts talent. You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace. You grow your expertise through learning and professional development.

Your experience and education

• University diploma, preferably in risk management, emergency management, business administration, or a related field
• Background in military, police, or fire services (any critical services) background
• A minimum of 3 to 5 years as a consultant or with experience in the areas mentioned above
• A minimum of 3 to 5 years in one or a combination of the targeted industries – Energy & Natural Resources, Financial Services, Public Sector, Manufacturing & Distribution and Not-For-Profit and Real Estate
• Knowledge of risk analysis, emergency preparedness and response and business continuity approaches, standards and regulations
• Bilingual in French and English is an asset
• You have or are able to qualify to receive Government of Canada security clearance
• Verifiable track record in the targeted industries including in building relationships
• Professional designation (ABCP, CBCP, MBCI, or equivalent) preferred. Candidates actively working toward a designation will also be considered
• Membership in risk management, emergency management and/or business continuity organizations , an asset
• Candidates with transferable backgrounds such as military, policing, or public safety are encouraged to apply
• Strong writing skills for client deliverables (reports, plans, procedures)
• Familiarity with business continuity and crisis management frameworks, including DRI International Professional Practices, BCI Good Practice Guidelines, and tabletop exercise design and facilitation
• Comfort working independently and managing multiple concurrent engagements

The expected range of compensation for this role is $68,000-$104,000 annually.

Why BDO?

Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada's Top 100 Employers for 2026. This recognition is a milestone we're thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences. At BDO, our people experience is guided by three core pillars-Do work with genuine care, Do what matters with purpose, and Do what's next - shaping how we support our people, serve our clients, and grow together.

Our firm is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways: We enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada. We help you become a better professional within our services, industries, and markets with extensive opportunities for learning and development. We support your achievement of personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your community. We foster a collaborative, inclusive environment where your ideas are valued, and you can do your best work with genuine care and purpose. We encourage innovation and forward thinking, empowering you to embrace what's next and help shape the future of our firm. Giving back adds up: Where company meets community. BDO is actively involved in our communities by supporting local charity initiatives. We support staff with local and national events where you will be given the opportunity to contribute to your community.

Total rewards that matter

We pay for performance with competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards your contribution. We provide comprehensive benefits from day one, and a flexible personal time off policy. We're committed to supporting your overall wellbeing and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.

Everyone counts

We are committed to creating a workplace where employees can participate fully, contribute meaningfully and succeed without barriers. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace defined by respect, fairness, and a true sense of belonging for everyone. We recognize and celebrate the unique experiences, identities, and perspectives that each of us bring - and that these experiences strengthen how we work together.

Flexibility

All BDO personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at the client site, and virtually unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place. Our model is a blended approach designed to support the flexible needs of our people, the firm and our clients. It's about creating work experiences that meet everyone's needs and providing flexibility to adjust when, where and how we work to meet the expectations of your role.

Code of Conduct

Our Code of Conduct sets clear standards for how we conduct business. It reflects our shared values and commitments and includes guiding principles to help us make ethical decisions and maintain trust with each other, our clients, and the public. BDO may use artificial intelligence enabled tools to support certain aspects of the recruitment process. While these tools assist our teams, our use of AI does not replace human decision making, and all employment-related outcomes are made by BDO personnel. More information on BDO Canada's Privacy Policy can be found here: Privacy Policy | BDO Canada.

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Our Culture

When it comes to our people, we believe in helping you unlock possibilities, build your passions, and grow your competitive edge. From our expansive client base to growing talent pool, our people are the core of BDO. Our multi-award winning talent experience continues to make us proud. Our culture is open and collaborative. We foster inclusive ways to thinking and celebrate diversity among all contributors. We respect each other, do all things with integrity, and support our people to be their most authentic selves.