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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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What goes into leading an engineering department at a global fintech?

Wojtek Ptak, Head of Engineering for Revolut Business, sits down with host Alex Carril to outline how finding the right people — who Think Deeper, have a Never Settle attitude, and can keep up with Revolut’s ambitious plans — is at the core of what he does. 

With an impressive career in engineering spanning over 20 years, Wojtek (pronounced “Voy-tech”) shares advice for fellow and future engineers on how to keep striving to be better, and highlights the inner workings of Revolut Business.

In this episode, Alex and Wojtek discuss:

- How starting at Revolut gave Wojtek a chance to unlearn and relearn

- What goes into being the Head of Engineering at a global fintech

- The goals behind the team at Revolut Business to Deliver Wow

- How engineering is overlooked as a creative field

- Advice for managers who work with engineers

- Balancing the technical aspects of engineering with the interpersonal skills required to be an effective manager

- Upcoming features and launches for Revolut Business customers

- How an evolving industry and AI influence an engineer’s work

- Advice for new and seasoned engineers from an engineering leader

- Interview tips for engineers and what Wojtek looks for in potential candidates

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Why do over 40 million people have an account with Revolut?

Mark Swan, Strategy & Operations Manager, explains how Revolut is changing the way the world does money, and why so many customers are choosing Revolut as their primary financial account. From holding different currencies to making international transfers effortless, Mark gives an insider’s perspective behind creating a seamless customer experience for those who want more from their money.

In this episode, host Alex Carril and Mark discuss:

- Revolut’s goal as a company

- Developing key strategies, keeping customer-centricity in mind

- How Revolut is disrupting the financial industry

- An overview of Revolut account features

- A common misconception about Revolut

- What’s differentiating this growing fintech from competitors

- Mark’s journey with the company and his biggest impressions

- Business strategies that you can apply to your career

- The approach that’s led Revolut to be a top player in financial services

- Mark answers the question: Why Revolut?

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What’s the trade-off behind taking risks and reaping rewards?

Twin sisters Hala and Rola Shalaby, who happen to both be Business Risk Managers, tell their ambitious story of taking risks to grow personally and professionally at Revolut. They also give insight into managing risk for a big business and advice on how to embody the Never Settle spirit to seek new opportunities and push your potential even further.

In this episode, Alex, Hala, and Rola discuss:

- Working alongside each other as twins

- Finding new opportunities through career development

- What goes into being Business Risk Managers at Revolut

- How businesses can approach risks and develop strategies to prevent them

- Managing work-life balance when working with your sibling

- Their ambitious nature that emboldens them to take risks

- The power of networking to advance in your career

- Finding a balance to push past limits and try new things

- Why overcoming rejection is part of following your dreams

- Advice on how to stand out and be your own person

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Klaudia Dziergwa, Financial Crime Operations Manager, joins host Alex Carril to provide insights about managing a financial crime prevention team. As Chair of Revolut’s RevWomen guild, Klaudia also gives advice on how to be your own champion.

In this episode, Alex and Klaudia discuss:

- An overview of financial crime, its prevention, and importance for financial services companies

- How Revolut stays ahead of financial crime

- What it’s like being a FinCrime Operations Manager at Revolut

- The goal of the FinCrime department and what goes into keeping customers and their money safe

- How Klaudia manages her multiple roles and responsibilities as a leader at Revolut

- Advice for women who are interested in a career in fintech

- A look at RevWomen, Revolut’s BRG, focusing on supporting and empowering women

- Klaudia’s journey with Revolut and into the world of FinCrime

- Qualities Klaudia looks for in an interview during the recruitment process

- The importance of having a mentor and being a champion for yourself

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