(Senior) Legal Counsel

at  HAWK

ABOUT US

Hawk is the leading provider of AI-supported anti-money laundering and fraud detection technology. Banks and payment providers globally are using Hawk’s powerful combination of traditional rules and explainable AI to improve the effectiveness of their AML compliance and fraud prevention by identifying more crime while maximizing efficiency by reducing false positives. With our solution, we are playing a vital role in the global fight against Money Laundering, Fraud, or the financing of terrorism. We offer a culture of mutual trust, support and passion – while providing individuals with opportunities to grow professionally and make a difference in the world.

• Own a wide range of legal matters, and become a contact person for all legal matters of the company and its subsidiaries, including the requirements of international financial regulations, corporate law, IP and IP law, labor law, data protection law, regulatory and banking law as well as other areas of law and legal operations,
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex agreements, including commercial, partnership, employee and vendor contracts.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, both domestically and internationally.
• Lead risk management initiatives to proactively identify and mitigate legal risks.
• Manage relationships with external legal counsel, ensuring cost-effective and high-quality legal support.
• Provide legal support in labor and employment matters, ensuring alignment with the company’s policies.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure legal best practices across departments.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to educate and train teams on legal and regulatory requirements.
• Keep the company up-to-date on changing laws, regulations, and industry standards.