What's the best way to prepare for an international post in consulting (Big4)? Apply to the office directly? Network? Transfer?

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Some industries are also more international than others, eg FMCG. I'm American and ex-ACN/boutique, worked in 10+ countries across US, Europe, and Africa.

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Apply directly if you have preexisting work auth (eg dual citizenship) or are confident your quals + skillset can get you visa sponsorship (will need strong network to confirm this). This is more flexible for certain countries that have strong consulting skills demand and lower visa barriers as policy, eg Singapore. Otherwise, transfer or temp staffing oppty your best shot but not a guarantee. If you don't have the language business-proficient already, you will almost certainly need to have it before moving. Target your staffing choices if you don't have a straightforward way in, eg if you want to live in France, position yourself to work for a French company's unit in your current country.

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