If you could pick between a FAANG PM role in London and a PM role at a smaller, but still well established post-IPO company in Berlin, what would you pick? Forget about TC, tell me what else you'd think about. Edit: also, what should I expect to pay in taxes for $180k TC in London vs $120k TC in Berlin?
I moved to London from Berlin. I will always pick London.
Recently been on a business trip to Berlin. A lot of people were speaking really highly of QoL compared to London. Apparwntly its way better than London. But it is less vibrant city
If you make close to 6 figures London is doable, if you make half that, you'd have a much higher quality of life in Berlin.
Cost of living is much lower in Berlin. London has low salary and high cost. The vibe is quite different. You should visit and see how you feel.
TC in London would be around $180k + some signing bonus TC in Berlin around $120k, no signing bonus.
Berlin quality of life is better. Better weather in summer, worse weather in winter. Great nightlife. But more companies in London to choose from for your next job.
London’s weather sucks, but still I’d choose it over Berlin. There’re more things to do and it’s multi-cultural. Berlin has a reputation of being hostile towards foreigners. Besides many people don’t speak English fluently there.
That’s not true at all, Berlin is mostly foreigners and is very open to outsiders. 95% speak English.
Well it depends if you’re white... otherwise there’s a high chance you experience discrimination. I think you’re talking about young people. I agree that about 90% of them speak English.