Key requirements for a Deal Advisory position in Germany

Hey Everybody
What are the key factors that get you automatically rejected for an IB position in Germany?
I believe that my lack of a perfect German (currently B2 going into C1) is probably the most influential factor on me not getting interviews neither in Boutiques nor BB (obviously).

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