Hello,
What is specific to Roland Berger compared to other firms?
And most of all, in what Roland Berger's London office is different from the firm's other offices?
I already talked with a RB consultant btw but didn't manage to have that information.
Thanks
Hi there,
I'm a bit concerned that you had a full call/conversation with an RB consultant but didn't get that information! Reflect a bit on why and how you could drive the next call better to get this answer!
As RB themselves say (on their site):
"We think our perspective is a little different. Sure, we're looking for brilliant strategists. But beyond that, we want innovators. People who think big and see connections where others don't.
Above all, we're looking for personality. Being a true individual – your own person – takes character, strength and integrity. Exactly the qualities that make an exceptional consultant.
Do you have a wealth of outside interests? We'd love to hear more. They're what makes you a well-rounded person. We'll give you the space and support to develop your interests and charitable pursuits."
I perosnally do not have a lot of experience with RB, but I highyl recommend you get information from the following:
Hi there,
Probably the most unique point about RB is our origin - we're the only global top tier strategy consulting firm with European (German) roots. Our core markets are Europe and Asia, but growing very rapidly in America as well. In terms of our differentiation to clients, we really try to customize/ tailor our solutions for each client. We are very pragmatic in the way we work. We avoid any one-size-fits-all approach/ generic frameworks.
I have worked with RB for 5.5 years (mostly in Asia) so please feel free to message me directly if you have any specific questions. I can speak in more detail.
As for the London office, I understand they have been doing well recently and growing quite rapidly. I recommend you to speak directly to consultants from the London office to address more specific questions (try via LinkedIn).
Hi there,
regarding the specificities of Roland Berger compared to others consulting companies, you can first of all be assured that the core of the work will be the same (e.g. coverage of industries and topics, overall project approach). Still, I'd like to state the following two facts that are actually differentiating:
I cannot tell if the London office culture specifically has detached from the German origin of Roland Berger, but I suppose you will still need to adapt to a more direct communication style nonetheless (depending on where you come from).
In case you need another source of information regarding London office, I'd be happy to introduce you to a friend of mine who has been working there for a couple of years.
Best,
Hagen
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You don't always have to choose a competence center from the start at RB - It depends on the country. E.g., in Germany, yes. In Southeast Asia, never. For the London office, unlikely to be strictly assigned to a CC from the start, unless you specifically request for it and it is in an industry where there is sufficient volume of projects. But as you become more senior, you will have to specialize eventually (which is for most consulting firms anyways)
You are right, there might be a few exceptions to the rule of choosing a practice/ competence center right from the start - but these definitely are exceptions from the rule. As we both don't know the location of the author of the thread, however, I am certain it is worthwile to mention how resource allocation with Roland Berger normally works.
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Best idea would be to have another call with your contact at RB and be sure to ask these questions. From what I know, RB is a more localised firm vs more globally consistent systems in MBB.
Hi!
RB consultants are the best ones to get the information you're looking for. I would recommend reaching out to other current employees or alumni.
Hope this helps.
Best,
Anto
