Legal Officer (interim) - Corporate

Hawksford; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawksford is seeking a qualified and experienced Legal Officer (Interim) to join our team in Amsterdam for up to 6 months. This role involves managing a portfolio of client companies, providing legal support, and ensuring compliance with corporate law and regulations.

The ideal candidate will hold a degree in law, have 2–5 years of relevant experience, and possess strong knowledge of Dutch AML legislation. Excellent English communication skills are essential, and a basic understanding of Dutch is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of relevant professional legal experience, including a minimum of 3 years in a legal role.
• Strong working knowledge of Dutch AML legislation, including the Wtt and Wwft.
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken; good understanding of Dutch preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of client companies from a legal, compliance, and corporate secretarial perspective.
• Prepare and review Client Acceptance Files.
• Open bank accounts and manage cash.
• Prepare agreements and corporate documents.
• Assist in meetings with clients and advisors.
• Consult with banks, lawyers, and governmental institutions.

Skills

Strong knowledge of Dutch AML legislation

Excellent English communication

Collaboration skills

Proactive approach

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Private Law, Notarial Law, or Corporate/Company Law

Job description

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Legal Officer (Interim) – Corporate to join our team on a temporary basis (up to 6 months).

This role involves managing a portfolio of client companies from a legal, compliance, and corporate secretarial perspective. You will provide legal support to account managers, client directors, and managing directors, ensuring adherence to corporate law and regulatory frameworks.

The position requires independent planning, preparation of agreements and corporate documents, and close collaboration with banks, advisors, and regulatory institutions.

Some of your responsibilities will include:

• Taking care of preparation and (periodic) review of Client Acceptance Files.
• Opening of bank accounts and cash management.
• Arranging for archiving of documentation in client files.
• Preparation of agreements and corporate documents such as Powers of Attorney, resolutions and minutes.
• Assisting in preparing and attending meetings with clients and advisors.
• Consulting with banks, lawyers, accountants, tax consultants and (semi) governmental institutions.
• Handling incoming and outgoing correspondence.

The successful candidate must have:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Private Law, Notarial Law, or Corporate/Company Law
• 2–5 years of relevant professional legal experience, including a minimum of 3 years in a legal role
• Strong working knowledge of Dutch AML legislation, including the Wtt and Wwft
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken. good understanding of Dutch is preferred
• Proactive and assertive approach with strong collaboration skills and a genuine team mindset