Audit firms, tax consultancies, law firms and management consultancies have long been confronted with extremely dynamic and complex changes as well as tougher competition. Price pressure and shorter project times are making themselves felt, and in all of this, competition that has been strengthened by mergers and acquisitions is stubbornly exploiting its potential.

Professional service and consulting companies are therefore required to offer their discerning clients a broader range of attractive and cost-effective solutions, as well as to strengthen their own management and talent portfolio with creative, networked and innovative personalities in the long term. As the highest level of professional expertise is also a prerequisite for managers in this sector, other important skills, including above-average communication skills and excellent social skills, make the difference between success and failure. Companies in the professional services sector are particularly reliant on such outstanding personalities.