Go Germany! Professionally, there is a true understanding of personal situations

Audencia's Career Center and Alumni teams are delighted to to bring you “Go Germany!”, the guide to working in Germany.

This guide holds special significance as we celebrate the remarkable career of one of our esteemed professors, Uwe Supper, German Professor at Audencia and the Careers Adviser for Germany. Throughout his tenure, Uwe has adeptly crafted valuable connections between Audencia and Germany.

Building on the positive outcomes of our previous guides, including Go France and Go Netherlands, it is now time for Germany to take center stage as a
welcoming destination for our diverse community of students and alumni. As the economic powerhouse of Europe, known for placing a strong emphasis on
efficiency, environmental awareness and a good work-life balance, Germany stands out as a compelling choice for all those in pursuit of an international
career, and we are excited to help you discover the opportunities it offers.
 

“Go Germany!” is a valuable resource for students and recent graduates wishing to head to Germany after their studies at Audencia.
 

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This week, discover what Paul Jeannin from France has to say.

About Paul:

• GRADUATED FROM THE MASTER IN MANAGEMENT (GRANDE ECOLE) PROGRAMME IN 2012 
• FROM FRANCE
• CURRENT POSITION: HEAD OF CENTER OF EXCELLENCE GROSS-TO-NET EUROPE AT SANOFI IN BERLIN
• NATIVE LANGUAGE: ENGLISH
• DAILY WORKING LANGUAGES: GERMAN AND ENGLISH
• GERMAN LEVEL: NATIVE LANGUAGE
• BEEN LIVING IN GERMANY FOR: 12 YEARS

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Paul's key message: “Professionally, there is a true understanding of personal situations: for example, when children are sick or the kindergarten is closed and need to stay home."

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My biggest challenge
Still trying to understand the meaning of all the lines of different contributions stated on my payslip!

Myths and realities
MYTH: All Germans speak English very well. While this may be true for some, I also know a lot of people at work who are not very comfortable speaking English.
REALITY: Germans are 200% accurate and usually on time. In my company at least, they are very flexible with working hours.

My advice & top tips
Just try it! Best case scenario, you like it. Worst case, you had an experience.

Quirky & cultural
On Friday afternoons my German colleagues usually leave between 2pm and 3pm

And finally...
Leverage the alumni network. If you come here with a plan of action, or at least an idea, of what you want to do and why, you will get the support you need.

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