
Head of Customer - DACH
Description
Hawk is a leading provider of AI-supported anti-money laundering and fraud detection technology. Banks and payment providers globally use Hawk's combination of traditional rules and explainable AI to improve AML compliance and fraud prevention. As Head of Customer for DACH, you will own customer outcomes in the region, lead a cross-functional team, and contribute to building a globally deployable operating model. You will drive commercial results, handle escalations, and partner with sales to ensure deliverability. This role requires extensive experience in professional services leadership and fluency in German and English.
Requirements
- 10+ years leading and managing professional services or delivery organizations within B2B enterprise software
- A genuine builder who plays well with a global standard
- A track record of owning a commercial number (GRR, NRR, revenue, or bookings) and hitting it
- Real experience managing a team through escalations
- Comfortable with SaaS and services financial metrics (GRR, NRR, utilization)
- Strong hiring instincts
- Genuine comfort operating at C-suite level
- Strong grasp of SaaS and enterprise software delivery models
- Fluent in German, in addition to fluent English
Languages
German
C2 · FluentA1A2B1B2C1C2
English
C2 · FluentA1A2B1B2C1C2
Experience Level
InternEntry LevelMid-levelSeniorLeadExecutive
📍 Life in Munich
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Population
1.6M
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Quality of Life
9.0
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English Friendly
8.0
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Tech Scene
9.0
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International
8.0
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Public Transport
9.0
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Bikeability
8.0
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Air Quality
7.0
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Green Spaces
8.0
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Car Free
6.0
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About Munich
- •Tech hub with strong startup ecosystem
- •Excellent public services
- •Close to Alps
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Climate
- •Continental climate
- •Cold winters with snow
- •Warm summers
- •Close to Alps
❄️Jan: 0°C☀️Jul: 19°C📅Avg: 9°C
☀️1900 sunshine hours/year
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Safety
- •Safest major city in Germany
- •Very low violent crime
- •Occasional pickpocketing
Overall:9.0
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Healthcare
- •World-class hospitals
- •Short wait times
- •Comprehensive coverage
Quality: 10.0Access: 9.0
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Culture
- •Rich arts scene
- •World-famous museums
- •Strong music tradition
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Nightlife
- •Vibrant beer gardens
- •Clubs
- •Cultural events
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Recreation
- •Parks
- •English Garden
- •Alps nearby
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Cost of Living
- •Most expensive city in Germany
- •High salaries compensate somewhat
🏠 Rent (1BR center):€1650
⚡ Utilities:€250
🛒 Groceries:€350
🍽️ Dining out:€22
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Munich-based AI-powered AML, transaction monitoring, screening and fraud-prevention SaaS for banks, fintechs, neobanks, payment companies, and crypto platforms. In Jan 2026 launched Analytics Studio for AI-driven fraud/AML; uses explainable ML to cut false positives. Rebranded from HAWK:AI.
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The default for anyone single, divorced or widowed.
Only changes the church tax rate — 8% in Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg, 9% everywhere else.
Childless employees over 23 pay a higher Pflegeversicherung (care insurance) rate.