How are entry chances & level for an experienced hire with 15y in retail design/marketing but no consulting background.

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Master of Industrial Design (grade 1,6). 15y experience in agencies / on client side as Head of Trade Marketing / recently as owner of my small agency. I am 45 and want to have a greater impact on brand transformations within the strategic consultancy team Consumer Goods & Retail.

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Markus F. asked a question to Daniel Z.

Category: Work experience

Date asked: Tuesday, May 21, 2024

Last reviewed: Friday, July 12, 2024

Isabel W.

HR Specialist Recruiting: Full-Time Consulting Positions

Hi Markus,
Thanks a lot for your question!
At Roland Berger, we greatly value diversity, as diverse backgrounds ensure different approaches and help us deliver the best results. If you are interested in getting to know some of our colleagues and their backgrounds, you can find their stories here: https://www.rolandberger.com/en/Join/Join-Us/Diversity/Be-The-Original-You/ & https://www.rolandberger.com/en/Join/Join-Us/Diversity/Background/
Once we have received all of your application documents, we can provide you with an initial feedback.
I hope that helps and gives you some inspiration. We look forward to receiving your application!
Kind regards,
Isabel

Thursday, June 6, 2024

Markus F.

Hi Isabel,
Thank you for your response and the links provided! I appreciate the information and the encouragement to apply to receive initial feedback.
Best regards,
Markus

Friday, July 12, 2024

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