Wife at BCG and Husband at McKinsey (different country)

Hi there,

What a power couple! Don't worry, this isn't a problem at all.

Of course, you are bound by confidentiality agreements, so just be careful of dinner discussions of course!

Hey there,

No, it's perfectly fine. 

That is more common than you think. Also relevant for siblings and other relatives. :-)

Cheers,

Florian

Hi there,

First of all, congratulations to both of you on the offers!

This is indeed an interesting question which is probably relevant for quite a lot of users, so I am happy to provide my perspective on it:

• Generally speaking, unless you work in highly restricted areas such as central banks, the profession of your relatives is absolutely irrelevant for your employer. Moreover, he does not even have a right to ask about it. As such, both of you will be fine.
• Still, I would advise you to make absolutely sure all professional information are kept confidential, e.g. by having separate study rooms in case you might once move together. Again, this would apply either way, whether you work at competing companies or not.

In case you want a more detailed discussion on how to best prepare your upcoming career entry and first months with your future employer, please feel free to contact me directly.

I hope this helps,

Hagen

No more problematic than both McKinsey or BCG serving competing clients :) 

As pointed out by Florian, this is really quite common and I have seen this mix in various setups, including a shared apartment between friends from Bain, BCG, McKinsey, and AT Kearney.

Sounds like a real power couple - go for it!

Hello!

Not at all! I have been in that situation twice, and it´s never been a problem. Furthermore, is actually super usual! 

Just be ready for the Mr and Mrs Smith jokes :)

Cheers, 

Clara

Hi there,

Congratulations on the offers!

This is not an issue. You just have to keep the usual confidentiality standards.

All the best for your careers!

Francesco

This is fine but both must adhere to highest levels of professional conduct & confidentiality agreements.

No, no problem at all. 

Just make sure you always keep confidentiality on your client's matters.