CEO runs everything - Anonymous employee Airwallex Employee Review

1.0
Jul 14, 2025
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Pay pretty good for a startup Might actually go public one day?

Cons

CEO micromanages everything. If he asks for something, you’d better make it happen. He does not want your opinion or an alternate way to achieve goals. Company only hires from top 100 schools because CEO & CPO don’t believe you can be smart or accomplished unless you were at age 18. Or if you come from Stripe. In Jack’s defense, what you see is what you get. Read his LinkedIn posts - he means everything he says and has no nuance or flexibility. Be prepared to be fired with no feedback or notice if you disagree.

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Airwallex Response
11mo
Thanks so much for taking the time to share your feedback. We appreciate you acknowledging our competitive compensation. We're genuinely sorry to hear that your experience with leadership didn't reflect the collaborative environment we strive for. It's really important to us that diverse perspectives are valued and that everyone feels heard in pursuit of our goals. On the hiring front, we're always looking for exceptional people from diverse backgrounds and experiences who can contribute to our mission. Our focus is truly on finding the best talent. You're right, clear feedback and supportive communication around performance are crucial, especially during challenging times. We're actively working to strengthen our leadership practices and foster an even more inclusive workplace where every team member can thrive. Your insights help us get there.

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Cons

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