Hi there,

As far as I know, all run on per diems that are paid out regardless of your actual expenses in Germany (legally mandated) but happy to be corrected. These per diems are different based on the country you are staffed in.

There are specific rules on top of that based on your position but this is not paid out but only used in case you spend it.

Can you use it for saving? Sometimes yes, sometimes no. It depends on the location, other team members' expense policy, etc.

I would not factor this in though. Ian is correct.

Cheers,

Florian

The differences in expensing are not significant within the same region because each firm is trying to extend the benefits that are given to candidates within the confines of the fiscal law. 

So, within Germany, they all stick to the amount that I could genuinely offer you. 

There are much bigger differences between regions, however. Basically, the benefits you'd have in the US vs Germany vs Singapore are wildly different. 

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Good luck!
Cristian

Please refocus your energy.

When you get to the firm, ask them. You're already getting excited about making 2% extra money from MBB before you have an offer?

Not sure what the point of focusing your time/energy on this is, before you have an offer…

Stay focused on what matters!

And, by the way, when you're there, put all that effort into getting promoted…to then double your salary and double it again.

Hi there,

Regardless of the approach, any of those would make a huge difference in your income. Both mechanisms are design to cover your expenses while traveling and make your life easier, not making your to earn more money. 

On the other hand, salary and other benefits are attractive enough compared with other consulting firms for not needing per diems to make the difference.

Best,

Alberto

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