Working Student - Talent Acquisition

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. 

Mission

As a Talent Acquisition Working Student and play a pivotal role in our hyper-growth journey to redefine the global fight against financial crime. You will act as the engine of our hiring process—proactively identifying top talent through creative sourcing techniques and ensuring a seamless experience for candidates and hiring managers. This is a high-impact opportunity to gain hands-on experience in active talent sourcing, modern recruiting operations, and AI-driven fintech growth.

Responsibilities

• Proactively source and engage passive candidates through LinkedIn Recruiter, specialized networks, and online communities to build diverse talent pipelines.
• Utilize Boolean search and modern sourcing techniques to map out talent pools for competitive and hard-to-fill positions.
• Orchestrate the end-to-end interview lifecycle, ensuring a world-class candidate experience through efficient scheduling and proactive communication.
• Drive recruitment operational excellence by managing offer generation, internal approval workflows, and administrative documentation.
• Maintain and optimize our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to ensure data integrity and process efficiency across all open requisitions.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition Partners to manage high-volume recruitment pipelines across various departments and global locations.
• Generate and analyze hiring reports for senior leadership, providing data-driven insights into funnel health, sourcing channel effectiveness, and time-to-hire metrics.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our hiring processes, identifying opportunities to automate tasks and reduce friction.
• Act as a brand ambassador for Hawk, ensuring every candidate interaction reflects our mission-driven culture and commitment to excellence.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a University program focused on Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Initial exposure to or a strong interest in talent sourcing, candidate outreach, and building talent pipelines.
• Familiarity with Boolean search logic; experience using LinkedIn Recruiter or similar talent databases is highly preferred.
• Proven ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced, high-growth environment without compromising on detail.
• Technical proficiency with modern Applicant Tracking Systems such as Ashby, Greenhouse, Lever, or Teamtailor.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate recruitment data into clear, actionable reports for stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills in English, with the ability to engage professionally with candidates and internal leadership.
• A self-starter mindset with a high degree of ownership and a passion for people operations.