"Be the Original You” means having the ability to be myself at work without fear of judgement or embarrassment. (Katie, Senior Expert)
the Original You.
Jonas, Project Manager
CV
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration
- Master's degree in Finance and International Management at the Stockholm School of Economics
- Focus on Healthcare, performance improvement, liquidity analysis
- Hobbies: Pole dancing, playing the piano
"To me, 'Be the Original You' means that you can bring your full personality to work – without having to hide any part of who you are."
Why Roland Berger?
My journey with Roland Berger began with an internship in 2017 – and it started with one truly great day. During my recruiting day, I met colleagues from all kinds of practices and backgrounds, each bringing a unique perspective and a very different story. Some of the people I met that day are still my colleagues today.
I did my internship in Public Sector – which, as a Finance student, was a deliberate choice to step outside my comfort zone. It turned out to be one of the most insightful experiences of my career back then. So, when I finished my Master’s, there was genuinely no other option for me. I joined as a Junior Consultant in 2019 and have never regretted that decision.
What has kept me here for almost seven years? The team – always – and the fact that the work never stands still. With every new project, you face new clients with new challenges. It almost feels like starting a new job each time, while still having the same great people around you.
What does “Be the Original You” mean to you?
To me, “Be the Original You” means that you can bring your full personality to work – without having to hide any part of who you are. At Roland Berger, this isn’t just something that is accepted. It is actively supported. As an LGBTQ+ individual, coming out to an employer is something that can feel daunting. At Roland Berger, I came out during my final interview. From day one, I became part of our LGBTQ+ community JustBe, and since then, the firm has continuously provided resources and genuine attention to this topic. That was – and still is – very meaningful to me.
How do you contribute uniquely to your team’s success?
I believe I contribute through softer skills. I put a lot of focus on the well-being of everyone around me – both my team and the client – and I try to make sure that people feel as comfortable as possible, even in the most challenging moments.
This is also reflected in how I handle difficult situations: rather than immediately challenging a point, I first try to understand where the other person is coming from. In my experience, that approach builds trust and leads to much better outcomes.
What are you most enthusiastic about in your role?
It’s the team. What I appreciate most is knowing that the people around me are always there – not just to share the workload, but also in the more difficult moments. Whether it’s someone who challenges my thinking, listens when I need to talk something through, or simply offers their support: that sense of togetherness is what makes this job truly rewarding, even on a tough week.
What have you experienced at Roland Berger that university never prepared you for?
University teaches you knowledge. This job teaches you how to turn that knowledge into action.
That gap is bigger than it sounds. In practice, it means learning to think on your feet, to work under pressure, and to continuously refine your approach based on what the situation demands. It’s something no lecture or textbook can fully prepare you for – you have to live it.
What advice would you give to someone considering joining Roland Berger?
What I sometimes see is that people feel like they’ve failed when a piece of work comes back with suggestions for improvement. But that misunderstands what consulting is. The process is: you work something out, you get feedback, you improve. Then you do it again. Feedback is not a sign that you got it wrong – it’s the mechanism through which you grow.