Revolut problem solving interview

I haven't personally done one, but I heard from friends that the Revolut problem-solving interview typically involves a case-style discussion focused on growth, product, or operational challenges. Think metrics-driven questions like:

• "How would you increase user engagement?"
• "How would you evaluate a drop in card usage?"

Expect data-light cases, but with a strong focus on logic, structure, and business intuition. Be clear, structured, and explain your thinking step by step.

Practice breaking down ambiguous problems and prioritizing fast; that's key.

Best of luck!

Hi,

I coached someone who applied for Revolut. In general, the case is very similar compared to a MBB case. There are 2 nuances. First, the industry is typical (online) banking). Secondly, the tend to include more open end questions.

Feel free to reach out via chat for further questions. Let me know if you are interested in doing a mock-case together.

Mattijs

#1 thing candidates miss is deeply analyzing their business and news. Lookup any annual reports, investor presentation, CEO interviews, etc. This will give you an advantage vs. other competitors - shows you are serious about getting a job there, mature enough to do a thorough preparation, and that you know and like the industry.

Hi,

I've only had one friend do a Revolut interview, and they mentioned that they were asked questions that required:

• General knowledge such as e.g. the population of the country, and unemployment rates.
• General knowledge on the company and industry: impact of tariffs, impact on inflation etc. 

So I'd suggest you brush up on general economic knowledge and read up on annual reports on the company. 

Be prepared!

Good luck!

Hi,

I've coached someone who went through the revolut strategy team interviews - happy to share insights, just drop me a dm.

Feel free to also check out this mock Revolut case of mine: 

Revolut Strategy & Operations Mock Case

You can likely expect cases that have to do with their ambitions and situations. Most industry employers ask these sort of questions from prospective hires. 

Have a chat also with recent employees and ask for their advice on how to approach the recruitment process.

Best,
Cristian

Hi there!

I have helped 3 people that did the PS Revolut interview and have a good idea of what types of questions you may face.

In general, they use cases similar to the ones used in consulting interviews (as there are many consultants there), covering topics such as processes improvements and profitability.

Happy to help you prepare for the interview, DM if you would like to know more about my approach. :)

Best,

Mari

Hello,

Revolut’s problem-solving interview is closer to an MBB-style case, but with a much stronger operational and ownership lens.

What they’re really testing across the three dimensions:

1) Problem solving
You’ll still need clear structure and logic, but expect the problem to be more practical and execution-oriented. Focus on breaking the problem down cleanly, prioritizing what matters most, and working comfortably with numbers and trade-offs. Perfect frameworks matter less than showing good judgment.

2) Creativity
This isn’t about “crazy ideas,” but about generating thoughtful, non-obvious options. Show that you can think beyond the first obvious solution, consider different levers, and adapt if constraints change. Being flexible in your thinking is key.

3) Independence / ownership
This is where it differs most from consulting. Revolut wants to see that you can take initiative, make decisions with incomplete information, and move things forward without constant guidance. Be decisive, explain your assumptions, and don’t wait for permission to act.

How to prepare:

• Use MBB-style cases as a base, but always ask yourself “how would I actually execute this?”
• Practice driving to a recommendation quickly, then discussing implementation risks and next steps
• Get comfortable taking a clear stance and defending it
• Avoid over-structuring or waiting for prompts — show ownership

If you approach it like a real business problem where you’re accountable for the outcome, rather than a textbook case, you’ll be well aligned with what Revolut is looking for.

For further guidance / practice of real-feel Revolut cases feel free to reach out - I have helped 15 people as of now secure jobs at Revolut in various levels and geos.

Best,
Evelina