Senior Consultant, Business Resilience

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 new 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. Our commitment extends to ensuring that our application process is both inclusive and accessible. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us. 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 our 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 Ready to make your mark at BDO? Click “Apply now” to send your up-to-date resume to one of our Talent Acquisition Specialists. To explore other opportunities at BDO, check out our careers page.

The Senior Consultant will provide crisis management guidance and services, including risk analysis, emergency preparedness, and business continuity planning for clients across various sectors. Additionally, the role involves contributing to business development activities and maintaining strong client relationships to support the firm's growth.

Candidates must have a university degree in a relevant field and 3 to 5 years of experience in consulting or critical services such as military, police, or fire. Professional designations like ABCP, CBCP, or MBCI are preferred, along with strong writing skills and the ability to obtain government security clearance.

• Comprehensive benefits • Flexible personal time off • Wellness initiatives reimbursement • Learning and development opportunities

• Project managementPreferred

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• Business continuity planning
• Crisis management
• Risk analysis
• Emergency preparedness
• Business impact analysis
• IT disaster recovery
• Crisis communication
• Tabletop exercises
• Project management
• Strategic planning
• Stakeholder engagement
• Business development
• Consulting
• Risk advisory
• Report writing
• Fire Service
• Time Off Management
• Bilingual (French/English)
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Knowledge Transfer
• Associate Business Continuity Professional (ABCP)
• Artificial Intelligence
• Auditing
• Multilingualism
• Business Development
• Business Administration
• Business Continuity
• Business Continuity Planning
• Certified Business Continuity Professional
• Decision Making
• Crisis Communications
• Crisis Management
• Emergency Management
• Disaster Recovery
• Emergency Preparedness
• Financial Services
• Leadership
• Innovation
• Intellectual Capital
• Risk Management
• Project Management
• Real Estate
• Risk Analysis
• Security Clearance

• Consulting
• Management & Leadership
• Security & Safety
• Government & Public Sector
• Finance & Accounting
• IT Business Consultant
• Business / Management Consultant
• Management and Organization Analysts
• Management Analysts

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week