Vijay Sairam knows what it’s like to search for a remote job and come up empty. That frustration sparked a global mission to create a platform where talented people, no matter where they live, can access real, high-quality remote work.
In this episode of the Youngpreneur Society Podcast, Charlotte chats with Vijay, founder of Remote Jobs Central, about how he built a people-first business that’s breaking down geographic barriers and connecting skilled job seekers with remote-friendly companies around the world.
Why Remote Access Matters
Remote Jobs Central is rooted in one powerful belief: talent is everywhere, but opportunity isn’t. Vijay created the platform to level the playing field and make sure people from all backgrounds, incomes and locations have the same access to meaningful work, without having to pay for it.
By offering a free, easy-to-use platform and weekly curated job newsletters, Vijay is helping job seekers discover companies they didn’t even know existed.
Turning a Setback into a Stronger Business
Remote Jobs Central wasn’t Vijay’s first attempt at entrepreneurship. His first startup didn’t take off as planned. But instead of giving up, he analysed what didn’t work, went back to the drawing board, and rebuilt a better, stronger version, with customer experience at the centre.
The result? A growing global community, glowing Trustpilot reviews, and a business built on purpose, not profit.
How Global Hiring Builds Inclusion
Vijay shares how hiring across borders promotes real diversity, not just in culture and background, but in work styles, perspectives and problem-solving. It also pushes companies to adapt to different time zones, languages and needs, creating more inclusive, human-centred workplaces.
Remote Jobs Central’s big-picture goal? To help 1 billion people around the world find remote jobs that value them for their skills, not their postcode.
What the Future of Work Really Looks Like
With AI evolving fast, Vijay believes the future belongs to workers who combine emotional intelligence, resilience, and lifelong learning. The most in-demand skill? Being adaptable. He encourages young people to embrace AI as a tool, not a threat, and to keep learning to stay ahead.
And his favourite motto? “In a world of AI, be intelligent, not artificial”.
Workplace Trust Beats Micromanagement
Smart companies are shifting away from micromanagement and moving towards outcomes, autonomy and trust. Vijay explains how remote teams can balance productivity and accountability through tools, transparency and people-first leadership.
The bottom line? Happy teams stay longer, work better, and drive results, not because they’re monitored, but because they feel respected.
Your Challenge
Take a leaf out of Vijay’s book:
- Keep learning, even if you don’t know how yet
- Embrace what you don’t know and figure it out
- Share opportunities with others and create your own good karma
Whether you’re job-hunting, building a business, or exploring both, Remote Jobs Central is a reminder that the world of work is changing, and youngpreneurs have the power to shape it.
Connect with Vijay
You can find Vijay’s platform at remotejobscentral.com – a free, value-packed resource for remote job seekers around the world. Give it a look and share it with someone who needs it. You’ll be helping more than you know.
Highlights
- 00:11 Vijay’s Mission and Inspiration
- 00:51 Unique Approach to Remote Jobs Central
- 02:06 Customer Experience and Weekly Newsletters
- 02:52 Challenges and Lessons in Business
- 03:51 Global Hiring and Diversity
- 05:39 Future of Skills in an AI-Driven World
- 08:07 Balancing Productivity and Trust in Remote Work
- 11:11 Content Creation and Personal Growth
