I have my UK citizenship and in the long-term want to move to London, but unfortunately I only speak English fluently. Most of the postings I have seen for jobs out of London require speaking another European language. While I understand the usefulness, both at work and otherwise, of speaking another language, is it a necessary prerequisite for being competitive for UK based jobs in PE/VC?

Echoing uzi’s comments. The answer is no, it isn’t required. Certain positions, particularly those who do work in continental Europe, can either require it or prefer it. However, there are plenty of firms that don’t have this as a requirement, particularly those that focus exclusively on the UK. I think you’ll find that most Brits also only speak English.

Do you need to be bilingual to work in the UK?

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No, you don’t need to have a knowledge of another European language but if you can speak one it is a plus point.

London is the main Financial service provider in the EU.
Every BB has its HQ of EMEA in London.

Etc etc.

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