I had a conversation with the Recruiter, but my initial impression wasn't very positive. Not a friendly vibe at all. I was cut off almost immediately when they learned I was looking to be remote. This position has been open for a few months now, so I’m assuming it's a key role, especially since I was told it reports directly to the executive level.

My experience with the recruiter at Airwallex was deeply disappointing. She was dismissive, condescending, and exuded an air of elitism that made the entire process feel unwelcoming. Ironically, her LinkedIn profile claims that 'People are everything'; yet her behaviour suggested otherwise. The way she 'sold' Airwallex made it clear that only those deemed 'smart enough' would survive, reinforcing an exclusionary and toxic mindset. She also seemed to look down on Singaporean accents, which speaks volumes about her attitude. It's baffling how someone with such an approach remains in this industry. If this is reflective of Airwallex’s hiring culture, I’d be deeply concerned about how they treat their employees. The product design world is small, and your reputation follows you. You may have worked in SF, but you're in Singapore now. Don't people realise that HR often shapes a candidate's very first impression of a company?