Entering IB as 2026 SA, worth learning Spanish ahead of PE recruiting (UK)

I'll be joining a reputable investment bank as a 2026 SA with decent historical exits. I used to be upper intermediate in Spanish, but stopped learning. I can definitely pick it up again and become business proficient within a year or so. Also worth noting I have started speaking to recruiters from a top PE firm on guidance for the next few years

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