IB in Germany, language barrier
Do they really use 100% German at German BB, and is it really necessary to be a native speaker?
What are the options for a non-native speaker (B2/C1) to get the same Deals Advisory training?
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From my experience not required but many firms (especially HR) are a bit bitchy and require at least C1/2, depending on where you knock at.
Friend got recently rejected by Accenture for not having C2. Others are in FFM with more or less minimum although more senior in ranks.
I have know that there is a horrible relationship between the Strategy people and HR in the previously mentioned firm because the first ones are piss off that HR sends them incompetent people.
They don’t speak German all the time, but it is more challenging to get in without C2 German (especially if you need a visa). Things are slightly different if you are very senior (e.g. MD level).
Fluency in German and English is a core requirement for almost all front office roles. There are lots of people fluent in both competing for analyst roles.
If you were dead set on it, you may have better luck working in one of the London branches and transferring over or working for a “foreign” bank.
Do you have any knowledge of “foreign” banks with lower requirements?? I found that some hybrid positions (not fully FO nor fully MO) in Santander and I’ve been told that Paribas also is flexible.
Less important in Germany and Northern Europe in general - although in my experience without the local language and cultural background there will always be a barrier, particularly as you become senior and personal relationships with clients become important. Local language skills more important in places like France, Italy, Spain.
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