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An insider's look at Revolut — the fintech that's revolutionising the financial industry.
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Feb 5, 2025 • 16min
Ep. 30 Purpose-Driven Design: how products like Donations and RevPoints create customer impact
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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Jan 23, 2025 • 24min
Ep. 29 Raising the Bar: matching talent to values and culture at Revolut
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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Jan 9, 2025 • 19min
Ep. 28 Beyond the Canvas: how Sophie Tea is revolutionising the art world
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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Dec 5, 2024 • 24min
Ep. 27 From Marine to Manager: cultivating a culture of high performance
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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Nov 21, 2024 • 19min
Ep. 26 50 Million Customers: celebrating a milestone and the future of finance
Antoine Le Nel, Chief Growth and Marketing Officer at Revolut, celebrates the company's impressive milestone of 50 million customers. He discusses the significance of this achievement and how it's a testament to their innovative approach. Antoine reveals strategies behind Revolut's success and talks about engaging customers in diverse markets. He shares his unique analogy of 'snackable' products to emphasize building trust. Looking ahead, he outlines ambitious plans to go beyond banking and hints at exciting new offerings coming soon.

Nov 7, 2024 • 16min
Ep. 25 Global Mobility: promoting a positive remote-first workplace
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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Oct 24, 2024 • 26min
Ep. 24 Revolut People: redefining people and performance management
Andrei Oprisor, Head of Product for Revolut People, and Joseph Baugh, Head of Operations for the same platform, offer insights into transforming HR and recruitment management. They discuss three innovative features of Revolut People that drive performance management. Andrei shares his unique career journey from engineering to HR, while Joe reflects on his experience transitioning roles within Revolut. The duo highlights the importance of personal development, adapting to change, and embracing diverse career paths for long-term success in the workplace.

Oct 10, 2024 • 23min
Ep. 23 Credit Revolution: breaking through industry standards to simplify credit
Marc Saade, Head of Product for Credit at Revolut, shares his journey in the fintech world where he simplifies complex credit products. He discusses the strategic development of credit features, such as loans and credit cards, and the importance of understanding customer needs and local regulations. Marc highlights the challenges faced in scaling these offerings globally while emphasizing a customer-centric approach. He also offers valuable advice for aspiring product developers and reveals what's next for Revolut's credit innovations.

Sep 26, 2024 • 18min
Ep. 22 Technical Magic: the creative force behind engineering at Revolut
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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Sep 12, 2024 • 26min
Ep. 21 Global Impact: how new business development drives P&L and a company’s success
David Tirado, the Vice President of Global Business at Revolut, shares his insights on driving profitability and sustainable growth. He discusses his journey from developer to VP, emphasizing the importance of strategic decision-making and effective leadership. David highlights three key skills essential for success and reveals common mistakes businesses make. He also delves into the significance of customer value and offers tips for building win-win partnerships during negotiations. Exciting opportunities and challenges in the financial services sector are also explored.