In this episode of The Top 10% Podcast, host Craig Whiting sits down with Remi Bernal, a global recruitment leader with a career spanning multiple industries and continents. From starting out in Paris and carving his path through New York and London, to building teams and advising top-tier financial institutions, Remi shares his journey and the lessons learned along the way.

They discuss the realities of moving countries to chase opportunity, how resilience and adaptability shaped his career, and what it takes to thrive in today’s competitive talent market. From cultural challenges to leadership insights, Remi’s story offers a candid look at building a career without borders.

Whether you’re a recruiter, an aspiring leader, or someone interested in international careers, this episode is full of practical lessons and inspiring takeaways.

🎙 Key Topics:
🔹 How Remi built a career across Paris, New York, and London
🔹 The role of resilience and adaptability in global recruitment
🔹 Lessons from advising top-tier banks and financial institutions
🔹 The cultural challenges of moving countries for work
🔹 Why mentorship and curiosity fuel long-term growth
🔹 Building teams and careers without borders

📄 Show Notes & Timestamps

[00:00] – Introduction & Early Career
Craig introduces Remi Bernal and his journey from Paris into recruitment.
First steps into financial services and early lessons.

[07:00] – Moving Abroad & Building Resilience
Why Remi chose to move to New York and later London.
Adapting to new markets, cultures, and client expectations.

[15:00] – Recruitment at a Global Scale
Working with major banks and financial institutions.
How recruitment dynamics shift across regions.

[25:00] – Leadership & Building Teams
What Remi looks for in top talent.
How to balance cultural awareness with business demands.

[35:00] – Lessons in Growth & Adaptability
The role of mentorship, curiosity, and continuous learning.
Why resilience defines long-term success in recruitment.

[45:00] – Final Takeaways
Advice for recruiters looking to build international careers.
Why careers without borders are more possible than ever.