Vice President Global Partnerships

Hawk; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Vice President of Partnerships to drive strategic alliances and cultivate partnerships in the anti-financial crime sector. The role demands over 10 years of relevant experience, exceptional interpersonal and analytical skills, and a proven track record of achieving business results through partnerships. Successful candidates will thrive in a B2B technology environment and possess strong communication skills. The position promotes collaboration within a dynamic team culture focused on growth and innovation.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in partnerships or strategic alliances within the B2B technology sector.
• Deep understanding of the financial crime landscape, including AML and sanctions.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and implement a partnership strategy aligned with corporate objectives.
• Create a strategy for nurturing long-term relationships with partners.
• Build effective training programs to maximize partnership value.
• Drive demand through partnerships to identify new business opportunities.
• Expand the partnership team and foster a culture of collaboration.

Skills

Partnership development

Strategic alliances

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Job description

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.

Your Mission:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Vice President of Partnerships to join our dynamic team. This role is pivotal in identifying, cultivating, and managing strategic alliances that drive demand generation and expand market presence. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the anti-financial crime (AFC) landscape and a proven track record of delivering pipeline through successful partnership strategy creation and execution.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Partnership Development

• Formulate and implement a comprehensive partnership strategy aligned with corporate objectives
• Identify and evaluate potential partners in all key regions, with a focus on consulting firms, to foster mutually beneficial relationships

Relationship Management

• Create a strategy and structure for establishing and nurturing strong, long-term relationships with partners
• Facilitate joint initiatives, including co-marketing and other activities, to maximize partnership value

Enablement & Training

• Build effective training and sales enablement programs to allow partners to gain full value from their partnership with Hawk
• Understand the specific objectives and needs of key partners, ensuring that enablement and training are tailored to deliver maximum value

Demand Generation

• Drive demand through partnerships by pursuing mutually beneficial relationships with key partners to identify new business opportunities
• Work in close collaboration with the Sales and Marketing functions to position partnerships as a key part of Hawk’s GTM program

Team Leadership

• Expand the partnership team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability
• Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities to team members

Performance Monitoring

• Establish KPIs to assess partnership performance and impact on business objectives
• Regularly review and analyze partnership outcomes, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement

Market Intelligence

• Stay ahead of industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies to identify new partnership opportunities and maintain a competitive advantage

Your Profile:

• 10+ years of experience in partnerships or strategic alliances within the B2B technology sector, with a significant portion of that experience in the anti-financial crime space
• Deep understanding of the financial crime landscape, including regulations (e.g., AML, sanctions), technology solutions, and key industry players
• Extensive experience of working with large consulting firms, identifying key contacts and proactively building mutually beneficial relationships
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with a natural ability to build rapport and trust with internal and external stakeholders at all levels
• A track record of exceeding goals and driving tangible business results through partnerships
• Strong strategic and analytical skills, with the ability to identify market trends, define opportunities, and develop a clear plan for execution
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting to executive-level audiences
• Ability to travel as needed to meet with partners and attend industry events