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An insider's look at Revolut — the fintech that's changing the way the world does money.

  1. Oct 26

    Ep. 49 Expanding Our Team: how we hire top talent in expansion locations

    Valerie Danilenko, Head of Expansions Recruitment, breaks down the mechanics of Revolut’s hiring strategy when building high-priority international teams, like in the US. She also lends her recruitment expertise into our Problem Solving interview stage, including the reason we use cross-departmental interviewers and why transparency outperforms over-prepared answers. In this episode, Alex and Val discuss: How Revolut builds teams in expansion locations from scratchThe challenges of hiring in new marketsAdapting recruitment strategies to regional normsDeepening our US presence and attracting talent following conditional banking approvalHow US candidates handle multi-stage interview processesWhy Problem Solving interviews are run with global, cross-departmental interviewersConcrete interview tips ‌and why honesty in your answers always winsVal’s career advice on taking ownership and putting your hand up for new opportunitiesFollow Revolut Insider on Instagram: ⁠⁠revolut.la/RevolutInsider⁠⁠ View open career opportunities at Revolut: ⁠revolut.la/4zRJmH9

    Ep. 49 Expanding Our Team: how we hire top talent in expansion locations

  2. Sep 17

    Ep. 48 Legal at Full Speed: the fine print of rapid innovation

    Season 4 of the Revolut Insider podcast kicks off with host Alex Carril asking Jordyn Cloete, Commercial Legal Counsel, what it takes to bring product launches like Revolut Mobile, partnerships like Primavera Sound, and even our global headquarters to life. She explains that balancing risk with rapid execution is the baseline requirement for every deal within Revolut’s Legal team. In this episode, Alex and Jordyn discuss: The common thread and customer-first mindset behind every contract How playbooks keep core legal protections consistent across every deal Where the toughest conversations usually happen, and managing tight timelines within Revolut's fast-paced environment Keeping pace when a project grows unexpectedly, like during the building sign installation at our London HQ Why bringing legal into the ideation stage early prevents downstream bottlenecks Which key skills beyond legal expertise matter most when scaling quickly, and how to operate in grey areas How AI and streamlined processes help fast-track contracts The ‘grip’ mindset that motivates a legal counsel to oversee the entire product launch, not just the contract Follow Revolut Insider on Instagram: revolut.la/RevolutInsider⁠ View open career opportunities at Revolut: revolut.la/46pkI46

    Ep. 48 Legal at Full Speed: the fine print of rapid innovation

  3. Jul 15

    Ep. 47 Act Like a CEO: the Product Owner mindset at Revolut

    If AI can write product requirements and analyse data, where does that leave Product Owners? Paulo Pereira, Global Head of Product, explains how Product Owners at Revolut are given full scope of the features they’re building. Acting like mini CEOs, it’s a tough job for AI to replace. In this special episode filmed in front of a live studio audience at Revolut’s HQ in London, host Alex Carril and Paulo discuss: The difference between being a Product Owner at Revolut and a product manager at a typical tech companyPaulo’s career-leaping journey from Operations Manager to Global Head of ProductAn element to avoid that slows down product developmentThe opportunity at Revolut for someone who might be joining nowWhat the first 90 days would look like for a new Product OwnerWhy CEO and co-founder Nik reviews every UI before going livePaulo’s prediction of how AI will impact product roles over the next few yearsHow a product professional can shake things up if they feel stagnant in their current roleUsing the ‘fake wall’ metaphor to overcome complex problemsPaulo answers questions from the audience, including how to empower founders to innovate, and balancing quality with speed to marketFollow Revolut Insider on Instagram: ⁠revolut.la/RevolutInsider⁠ View open Product careers at Revolut: revolut.la/4wEu46V

    Ep. 47 Act Like a CEO: the Product Owner mindset at Revolut

  4. May 29

    Ep. 46 Revolut on the Grid: the making of an F1 partnership

    Nacho González, Head of F1 Activation at Revolut, shares the thinking and ambition behind partnering with Audi to create the Audi Revolut F1 Team. He talks about managing a global collaboration at this scale and how Revolut is showing up in sports to meet customers beyond the app. In this episode, host Alex Carril and Nacho discuss: What goes into building a Formula One activation at a global scaleHow Revolut’s partnership strategy became more ambitious to match the company’s growthThe reality of managing world-class sports partnerships day to dayWhy F1 became the right platform to connect with customers beyond the app, and what made Revolut ready for that stageNacho’s growth since joining Revolut in 2022, and the lessons that came with it3 key factors behind choosing Audi as our F1 partnerHow this collaboration creates value for customersWhat it was like seeing these activations come to life during the team’s first race weekend in MelbourneWhere to go from here when it comes to partnerships, and the importance of being present in sportsHow a winning mindset shows up on and off the trackFollow Revolut Insider on Instagram: ⁠revolut.la/RevolutInsider⁠ View open career opportunities at Revolut: revolut.la/4agDTPH

    Ep. 46 Revolut on the Grid: the making of an F1 partnership

  5. Apr 16

    Ep. 45 High Performance Culture: how brilliant people succeed at Revolut

    How do you measure high performance? In a company like Revolut, where high performance is the standard and ambition follows, Alara Erisen shares how performance is broken down into metrics, skills alignment, and culture fit. As an Operating Principal in the CEO’s Office, Alara’s top goal is figuring out how to hire top talent — whether that’s experienced professionals or interns and grads looking to launch their careers. In this episode, Alex and Alara discuss:  Her data-backed role within the CEO’s Office on how to hire brilliant peopleHow company goals trickle down to individual metricsRevolut’s quarterly performance review cycle, including how values are assessedWhy self-reviews are important, and tips to complete itWhat applying the “never compromise on talent” approach looks like in practiceGrit and bias to action — two skills necessary to succeed at RevolutAdaptability versus expertise and Revolut’s Talent ProgrammesCreating a launchpad so interns and grads can excel early in their careersTips on how to apply your skills and adapt to Revolut’s way of workingAdvice for interns and grads on how to stand out for the right reasonsFollow Revolut Insider on Instagram: ⁠revolut.la/RevolutInsider⁠ View open career opportunities at Revolut: revolut.la/4teEmtc

    Ep. 45 High Performance Culture: how brilliant people succeed at Revolut

  6. Mar 19

    Ep. 44 London as a Launchpad: Revolut’s global HQ and UK banking vision

    With its global headquarters established in London, and a UK banking licence in place, Revolut is entering a new chapter. UK CEO Francesca Carlesi talks about what this shift means for customers and how these milestones connect to bigger decisions about growth and leadership going forward. In this episode, host Alex Carril and Francesca discuss: Revolut’s global headquarters and the message the company signals about remote workWhy London was chosen as Revolut’s home base and how it strengthens the company’s presence in the UKWhat operating as a fully licensed bank in the UK means for local customers and Revolut globallyHow the “Banking & Beyond” strategy translates into more customer-centric featuresThe case for Revolut as a primary bank and what was holding it back beforeComparing Revolut to legacy financial institutions and the differences that matterThe importance of building and maintaining trust in financial servicesWhat new features customers in the UK can expect to see in the futureFrancesca’s thoughts on leading a fast-growing teamHer path into financial services, from founding her own startup to becoming Revolut’s UK CEOFollow Revolut Insider on Instagram: ⁠revolut.la/RevolutInsider⁠ View open career opportunities at Revolut: revolut.la/3PsYaKl

    Ep. 44 London as a Launchpad: Revolut’s global HQ and UK banking vision

  7. Jan 30

    Ep. 43 Raising the Stakes: how to elevate a brand into a feeling

    Brand decisions affect how people feel, long before they open an app or tap a card. Our Head of Global Brand, Gareth Morgan, explains what it takes to build a brand that feels confident and distinctive. He breaks down the thinking behind Revolut’s shift towards a more premium identity, how creative choices influence a brand’s trust and perception, and how to lead with bold decisions without losing focus. In this episode, Alex and Gareth discuss: What “brand” means in practice, and how it shows up beyond visuals Revolut’s 2023 rebrand and the shift toward a more premium evolution How the emotional experience of a brand shapes trust and loyalty Standing out in a crowded market while maintaining your identity  Why Revolut is selective about brand collaborations Leading a team to think outside the box What goes into delivering bold, unexpected design work Gareth’s view on whether AI limits creativity Getting an idea over the finish line and how to not take feedback personally What’s next for Revolut as a global brand Follow Revolut Insider on Instagram: ⁠revolut.la/RevolutInsider⁠ View open career opportunities on Revolut's Brand team: revolut.la/4qezv9d

    Ep. 43 Raising the Stakes: how to elevate a brand into a feeling

  8. 12/15/2025

    Ep. 42 Building Revolut in Japan: where tradition meets transformation

    Launching a global financial platform in Japan comes with its own set of rules. Yoko Makiguchi, Revolut’s CEO in Japan, shares the challenges of adapting Revolut to a local customer base and the big opportunities that lie ahead. After 30 years in finance, she talks openly about joining as the country’s CEO and what it takes to scale a fast-growing team in a demanding labour market. In this episode, host Alex Carril and Yoko discuss: Why joining Revolut was Yoko’s best career decision after 30 years in the industry Growing a team by 10x in Japan that represents 20+ nationalities How the team’s diversity shapes how they work The difficulties that go into hiring in a challenging labour market like Japan Balancing career aspirations and family life, and how it’s changed over the years Launching Revolut in Japan in 2020 with only 5 Revoluters The two main opportunities for Revolut’s next phase in Japan How to adapt a global platform to break into a local, unique market Standout experiences that have shaped Yoko’s leadership strategy as a CEO 3 pieces of advice Yoko would give to other teammates as she reflects on her career Follow Revolut Insider on Instagram: ⁠revolut.la/RevolutInsider⁠ View open career opportunities at Revolut: revolut.la/48UUhUA

    Ep. 42 Building Revolut in Japan: where tradition meets transformation
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An insider's look at Revolut — the fintech that's changing the way the world does money.

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    Revolut
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    2023 - 2026
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