Can I get finance jobs in Europe after HEC Paris MFin without knowing French?

 Not speaking French won’t block every door ,  but it definitely shapes which ones stay open.

• London roles are the easiest bet — language isn’t an issue, and HEC has solid placement into IB, PE, and AM there.
 • Frankfurt and Amsterdam also have growing English-speaking teams in finance, especially at global banks or Big 4.
 • In Paris, English-only roles exist but are niche — mostly in back-office, structured finance, or multinational IB arms.
 • Recruiters in France often prefer at least conversational French for client-facing jobs and regulatory roles.
 • Picking electives aligned with international finance, plus interning in London or DACH, improves chances post-MFin.
 • Even learning basic French while at HEC (through their free classes) signals commitment and helps with visa or post-study work permits.

Many grads do land in Europe without fluent French — but being strategic about geography, role type, and upskilling makes all the difference.

For more details you can read this  blog on "HEC Paris MFin Salary "