What makes a company stand out to top talent?
Employer branding isn’t just about flashy career pages. It’s about telling the real story of what it’s like to work somewhere.
Svetlana Kochkina, Head of Employer Branding, joins the conversation with host Alex Carril to talk about what goes into shaping a company’s reputation as a great place to work.
In this episode, Alex and Sveta discuss:
- An overview of employer branding and why it’s important for companies
- How Sveta found herself in this field
- Her decision to move from a Big 4 to Revolut
- What goes into being the Head of Employer Branding
- Challenges faced when scaling global hiring efforts
- Tips for jobseekers when looking into a potential employer
- The impact of showcasing authentic employee experiences
- Sveta’s #1 question for applicants to ask during interviews-
- A common mistake she sees people make when applying for jobs
- Why Sveta enjoys working at Revolut and her advice to her younger self
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How does customer feedback serve as a catalyst for new business initiatives?
Melina Dimoula gives an in-depth look at her role as a Business Development Manager by sharing examples of features she’s brought to market based on customer feedback.
She explains how being a part of the Global Business team is more than just responding to feedback. It’s about prioritisation, profitability analysis, and smart negotiation.
In this episode, Alex and Melina discuss:
- What goes into being a Business Development Manager
- Prioritising customer feedback for new Revolut features, like Bizum for customers in Spain
- The process behind deciding which features to bring to market
- Other recent features Melina’s team helped launch, such as cash deposits in the UK
- How to approach and deliver on large-scale projects
- Adapting strategies when unexpected challenges arise
- What made Melina decide to join Revolut and what she’s gained since working here
- How to build mutually beneficial partnerships in business
- Her view on compromise when it comes to deal-making
- Measuring your own success while driving change and business impact
A Krakow native, Arek Biela, shares his experience building a career in a leading fintech as a Lead Software Engineer in one of Europe’s tech hubs.
He’s not only participated in Revolut’s 10X growth by developing Android functionality for several features, but he’s also had a hand in shaping hiring processes, so engineers can have a better candidate experience.
In this episode, Alex and Arek discuss:
- Arek’s start as an Android Engineer at Revolut
- Biggest challenges he’s faced while being a part of 10X growth
- How his perspectives on engineering and problem-solving have evolved
- What you need to overcome when building tech at scale to see your career grow
- Arek’s story of persistence to push boundaries and lead by example
- Insight into how Revolut’s Engineering team balances speed with quality
- Shaping the hiring process for engineers
- How finding the best talent goes beyond technical skills
- The importance of demonstrating ownership and teamwork capabilities
- Krakow’s developing tech community and Arek’s tips to get more involved
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As a product leader, Francesco Bovo gives an overview of his approach to simplifying the complex when it comes to product design, and how building products starts with creating a seamless customer experience.
From his contribution on the Donations team to connecting customers with causes they care about, to developing RevPoints that lets customers earn rewards, Francesco’s work focuses on creating products that drive meaningful impact.
In this episode, Alex and Francesco discuss:
- His early learnings in product about creating a seamless user experience
- How Francesco led the Donations team to connect customers with diverse causes
- One skill Francesco thinks is necessary for product professionals
- Developing Revolut’s loyalty programme — RevPoints — and how it rewards customers
- Whether an easy-to-use rewards system can change the way customers use Revolut
- Francesco’s mindset behind simplifying the complex and the creative art of giving back
- The importance of focusing on product simplicity in a chaotic, digital world
- Empathy’s integration into products and Revolut’s Never Settle approach on quality
- AI and new technologies playing a role in product design
- How Francesco finds his own inspiration to continue building products that help people around the world
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Rachel Nelson, Recruitment Manager, shares how the Bar Raiser interview sets the standard for finding talent that aligns with Revolut’s company culture.
From her role in global recruitment, she talks about what makes working at Revolut so rewarding and offers practical tips and advice to excel in the Bar Raiser stage of the hiring process.
In this episode, host Alex Carril and Rachel discuss:
- Rachel’s role as a Recruitment Manager
- What she enjoys most about working at Revolut
- Being a people person and finding her path in recruitment
- How an internship can give you the skills and experience for a successful career
- Why she decided to join Revolut and work on global recruitment efforts
- Revolut’s skills-based approach to attract diverse talent
- How global recruitment promotes thought diversity and leads to a global brand
- Rachel breaks down the Bar Raiser interview and how it relates to company culture
- What to expect and her top tips to succeed during this recruitment stage
- How her bouldering hobby parallels her professional work
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What does it take to be revolutionary?
In this special episode, host Alex Carril sits down with Sophie Tea — a true industry disruptor and revolutionary artist — to chat about smashing traditional barriers and making art more accessible.
Sophie’s story is about rewriting the rules — a philosophy that resonates with how Revolut approaches the future of finance: bold thinking, fresh ideas, and limitless potential.
In this episode, Alex and Sophie discuss:
- How it feels to be named a revolutionary artist
- The motivation behind her art direction
- Redefining traditional spaces and breaking down barriers
- Sophie’s start and journey into the art world
- The impact building confidence has to inspire future leaders
- Balancing the creative and business sides of entrepreneurship
- Sophie’s advice to aspiring artists
- What inspired Charity Shop Hunt
- Technology’s influence in the art space
- How being an industry disruptor is key to being revolutionary
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How does a foundation in the military drive success in a high-performance work culture?
Jonathan Beaney, Head of Talent Acquisition at Revolut, has honed the art of reinvention — and he’s sharing how ambition and a passion for growth shaped his journey.
From the Royal Marines to corporate leadership, Jonathan reveals his insights on thriving in a high-performance culture, standing out in performance reviews, and balancing career success with parenthood.
In this episode, host Alex Carril and Jonathan discuss:
- Settling in to his most recent role as Head of Talent Acquisition
- What fuels his drive to change roles and pursue his career goals
- How Revolut recognises and rewards employees who aim high
- The high-performance culture at Revolut
- Tips for employees to stand out during quarterly performance reviews
- Advice to take more control of your professional growth
- Jonathan’s experience in the Royal Marines and why he decided to join
- The transition to civilian life and starting in the corporate world
- Strategies to manage work-life balance as a parent
- Discovering potential in unexpected paths
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On this celebratory episode about reaching 50 million customers worldwide, host Alex Carril sits with Antoine Le Nel, Chief Growth and Marketing Officer, to break down what this achievement means for Revolut.
Antoine shares the vision behind the 2-day milestone event, where revolutionary leaders from various industries will take the stage to inspire and reflect Revolut’s spirit of innovation.
In this episode, Alex and Antoine discuss:
- Antoine stepping into his new role since his last appearance on episode 1
- Reaching 50 million customers and what it means for Revolut
- Key factors behind Revolut’s success and strategies for growth
- Why this milestone motivates us to continue pushing boundaries
- How customer engagement varies across locations
- Antoine’s “snackable” product analogy that leads to building trust
- What’s next for Revolut and going beyond banking
- The rationale behind the 50 million customer event in London
- Why the revolutionary guests were chosen to take part
- Why companies like Candy Crush and Revolut experience such growth
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What does global mobility mean in today’s world of remote work?
Isabel Rodriguez, Global Mobility People Partner, provides insights into how remote work supports flexibility and shapes Revolut’s dynamic, global workplace.
From temporary work-abroad policies to engagement trips, Isabel explains the ways Revolut helps employees stay connected and engaged in a remote-first environment, and how global mobility makes it possible.
In this episode, Alex and Isabel discuss:
- An overview of what global mobility covers and how it drives flexibility for employees
- Isabel’s travel experiences that shaped her global mobility journey
- How global mobility actively supports Revolut’s approach to remote work
- The pros and cons of a remote-first model
- Tips to make the most of remote working and build relationships with colleagues
- Revolut’s expanded Temporary Work from Abroad policy explained
- Why Revolut offers this benefit for employees and how it adds value
- How engagement trips strengthen team bonds in a remote environment
- The relocation support provided by the Global Mobility team
- Their views on global mobility and remote working
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What goes into building a next-level people platform?
Andrei Oprisor, Head of Product for Revolut People, and Joseph Baugh, Head of Operations for Revolut People, sit down with host Alex Carril to share how this cutting-edge platform is transforming HR and recruitment management for businesses.
In this episode, Alex, Andrei, and Joe discuss:
- An overview of Revolut People
- How Revolut People was developed by Andrei
- The 3 main features that make up Revolut People
- A look into Andrei’s career as an engineer
- How Joe started at Revolut in the Recruitment department
- The long-term goal for Revolut People
- Andrei’s experience relocating with Revolut to the UK
- Joe’s tips for starting in a new workplace
- How to follow in Revolut’s footsteps using Revolut People
- Joe and Andrei share future horizons for themselves and the platform
To find out more about Revolut People, visit revolutpeople.com. Revolut People is only available in the UK and EEA. T&Cs apply.
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From developing groundbreaking credit features to overcoming challenges in a regulated industry, Marc Saade, Head of Product for Credit, shares his inside view of the credit revolution that’s happening at Revolut.
Marc shares with host Alex Carril how his fascination with simplifying the complex has shaped his career and led him where he is today — innovating in the credit space.
In this episode, Alex and Marc discuss:
- What goes into being Head of Product for credit-related features
- The basis for coming up with new features
- How new credit features get out to market
- Marc’s journey starting at Revolut and originating credit features
- The impact since launching loans in 2020
- Embracing regulations from a global perspective to scale successfully
- Challenges Marc has overcome while working with credit products
- Why going back to basics is important when problem-solving
- Marc’s advice to those considering a career in product development
- What’s next for Revolut regarding credit-related features
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How do engineers make behind-the-scenes technology feel like magic for customers who tap a few buttons?
Senior Backend Engineer, Mila Voronaia, breaks down how engineering is a creative process — taking abstract ideas and turning them into innovative solutions. From collaborating with team members to listening to customer feedback, she explains how this technical creativity shapes the financial features for Revolut Business.
Mila gives an inside look into Revolut’s engineering department and shares advice for other artistic people who are interested in a tech-focused career.
In this episode, Alex and Mila discuss:
- Mila’s day-to-day as an engineer at Revolut
- How she collaborates with team members to enhance features
- The importance of listening to customer feedback
- What Mila and her team are working on for Revolut Business
- Skills necessary to succeed as an engineer
- What engineers can expect when working at Revolut
- Common steps in the recruitment process for engineers
- Mila’s professional journey into the world of engineering
- Her advice to people considering a career in this field
- How engineering is a creative process, turning ideas into tangible magic
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How does business development influence a company’s profitability?
To kick off season 2, host Alex Carril sits down with David Tirado, our Vice President of Global Business. Together, they explore how strategic decisions and effective leadership can drive sustainable growth while keeping customer value at the forefront.
David shares key skills and insights that help him prioritise impactful projects, scale a global company, and create valuable partnerships within the industry.
In this episode, Alex and David discuss:
- What goes into being the VP for Global Business
- How David is making an impact to sustainably scale Revolut
- His journey at Revolut, starting as a developer and progressing his way up
- What David finds exciting about the future of his role
- Applying transferable skills into new roles in different functions
- 3 key skills David puts into practise to find success
- The approach to profitability for a global company
- What goes into prioritising new projects
- Common mistakes that businesses make
- David’s deal-making tips to build win-win partnerships when negotiating
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On the final episode of our first season, host Alex Carril talks with Daniel Watkins, Head of Regulatory Compliance, about the importance of this department. Dan talks about his current job and how he started at Revolut. He shares his thoughts on managing risk and protecting millions of customers around the world.
In this episode, Alex and Dan discuss:
- The role of Regulatory Compliance within a financial services company
- How risk plays into Dan’s role as Head of Regulatory Compliance
- What goes into protecting over 45 million customers around the world
- How customers can stay informed in a consumer market
- Dan’s career journey and why he decided to join Revolut
- The entrepreneurial spirit that exists within Dan and Revolut
- A typical day for Dan as Head of Regulatory Compliance
- Coordinating controls with a global presence
- Challenges Dan has faced and lessons learned along the way
- Dan’s moments of success and why he likes working at Revolut
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How do you look at what you have today to get to something better?
Manuel Soto, Head of Operations for Revolut Business, chats with host Alex Carril about how creative problem-solving is at the core of a company’s success, and how we do it at Revolut.
From the process of developing new features, to advice on how to best manage a team, Manuel gives insight into his role in operations and how he’s contributed to Revolut Business’ exponential growth over the past few years.
In this episode, Alex and Manuel discuss:
- How Manuel found his way from being a consultant to working at Revolut
- What goes into being an Operations Manager at Revolut
- Skills that have helped Manuel find success when it comes to problem-solving
- The strategy for staying on top of the latest trends and developments
- Revolut Business features solving problems for business of all sizes
- The process behind prioritising new features or expanding into new markets
- Embodying the Never Settle mindset to come up with better solutions
- How to stand out in interviews or when starting at Revolut
- Why dynamic relationships between businesses and customers are crucial
- Manuel’s approach to measuring personal and professional success
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How do you start anew when you weren’t expecting change in the first place?
Kateryna Bannikova, Lead Recruitment Manager, shares her story of being displaced by the ongoing war in Ukraine.
While she had to find a home in a new country, she managed to regain a positive outlook on life, while growing her career at Revolut.
As a recruiter for the engineering department, Kate gives her expertise on the recruitment process and ways to stand out on your CV and during interviews. Hear her inspiring story as a refugee and how she’s opening doors for others through Revolut’s Relocation Programme.
In this episode, host Alex Carril and Kate discuss:
- Her extensive people experience working from cruise ships to tech companies
- How Kate’s life unexpectedly changed when the war broke out in Ukraine
- Finding her way in England and starting a new career at Revolut
- Revolut’s remote working policy that allows her to manage her work-life balance
- Kate's advice for those in a similar situation or starting anew
- Searching for top talent and supporting engineers with Revolut’s Relocation Programme
- The skills recruiters are looking for in engineering candidates
- How to outline the recruitment steps for the Engineering department
- Tips to prepare for hiring stages, including technical interviews
- What Refugee Awareness Month means to Kate
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How can companies support LGBTQIA+ employees?
As a committee member of Revolut’s Pride guild, João Duarte shares how Revolut is creating a safe space and what companies can do to better support their LGBTQIA+ employees.
With his experience in social work and non-profit organisations, João applies his ability to provide support in his role as a Team Lead for the Financial Crime department. He uses these skills to guide and motivate team members, who protect millions of customers around the world from potential financial risks.
In this episode, host Alex Carril and João discuss:
- The many ways João supports people around him
- What goes into being a Team Lead at Revolut
- How the Financial Crime department keeps customers safe
- Using autonomy and empathy to Deliver Wow
Motivating employees through difficult situations
- Creating a safe space at Revolut for LGBTQIA+ employees
- João’s role within the Pride Guild, and how it’s helped to uplift team members
- Why being active in your community is important and how to get involved
- João’s views on companies’ involvement during pride events
- Being your authentic self at work and how companies can support LGBTQIA+ employees
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What goes into building the career you’ve always dreamed about?
As the Head of Sales for Spain and Portugal, Elisabet Girvent Valls knows what goes into crafting the career you want for yourself. Elisabet tells host Alex Carril how staying true to your life's vision can help you achieve your career and family goals. She discusses her journey, from how she found herself in the world of sales to living in several countries in search of new challenges.
In this episode, Alex and Elisabet discuss:
- How Elisabet found herself in the world of sales
- The traits she attributes to her success
- What motivates Elisabet to continue her sales career
- Revolut’s values of Never Settle and Get it Done
- The opportunity that Elisabet couldn’t pass up on
- Why you should say yes to an interview
- How sales training could benefit employees and companies
- The fast pace and results-driven mindset at Revolut
- Lessons learned while being a parent and managing your career
- How knowing what you want motivates you to achieve your dreams
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From getting to know Revolut early on as a payments business partner, Hugh Kingdon, now former Vice President of Payment Operations, saw the company grow from 13 employees to 10,000 with over 40 million customers worldwide. Now, as the first person to retire from Revolut, Hugh sits with host Alex Carril to recount his early memories with the company, what legacy he’s leaving behind as he waves goodbye, and advice to current and future leaders in the fintech industry.
In this episode, Alex and Hugh discuss:
- The unique passion and drive of Revoluters
- How Revolut stands out amongst its peers
- One of the secrets to Revolut’s success
- What made Hugh not retire the first time and start at Revolut
- Hugh’s career journey through payments and fintech
- Key lessons learned from his extensive experience
- How to make yourself in demand in your career
- Advice to those thinking of moving into the fintech industry
- When it’s time to make a career change
- Tips for the fintech industry leaders of tomorrow
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How do you make an impression during an interview for customer facing roles?
Senior Recruitment Manager Stephanie Ewin shares her tips for achievement-driven individuals who want to join Revolut in a sales or services position, for example, as an account executive or support specialist. Plus, find out how Steph’s theatrical roots have helped during her career in recruitment.
In this episode, Alex and Steph discuss:
- Steph’s background in theatre, and how it applies to her role in recruitment
- How to highlight your experience when applying in a new field or changing careers
- What goes into recruiting for sales and services roles at Revolut
- Qualities Steph looks for in candidates
- A break-down of the hiring steps for customer facing roles
- The live skills and role play interview stage in more detail
- How to be memorable during an interview
- Things you shouldn’t do during an interview, according to Steph
- What Steph looks for in recruiters
- Advice to those who play a part in a growing company
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