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Dominika Miodek

Warsaw,14

Summary

I am a licensed attorney-at-law with over seven years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in the fintech industry, having worked extensively both on a domestic and international scale. My specialization lies in privacy law, commercial law, GDPR, AML, IP, and IT law, equipping me with a comprehensive understanding of the legal landscape within the financial technology sector. With a proactive and open-minded approach, I navigate complex legal frameworks effectively, providing strategic advice to ensure regulatory compliance and mitigate risk. My expertise also extends to legal management of internal and external projects across various units, fostering collaboration and creating a positive work environment. I am committed to staying abreast of industry advancements and proactively adapting to changes in the legal and technological landscape, demonstrating a keen interest in emerging technologies.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal Counsel (Sole Counsel for the PL Market)

Twisto Polska Sp. z o.o.
08.2020 - Current

With extensive expertise in the field, I have been providing comprehensive and ongoing legal services pertaining to intragroup privacy and commercial contracts. This includes developing and implementing robust GDPR policies, conducting thorough risk assessments, and ensuring strict compliance with data protection regulations. Additionally, I have been offering expert guidance on consumer protection regulations, guaranteeing adherence to legal requirements and safeguarding the rights of customers. In the realm of intellectual property and IT, I have demonstrated proficiency in drafting and negotiating contracts that effectively protect intellectual property rights and govern technology-related transactions. I continuously conduct legal reviews and updates of existing contracts and policies, diligently monitoring compliance and minimizing legal risks. Collaborating closely with internal stakeholders, I proactively identify potential legal risks and implement preventive measures to mitigate them. To facilitate a culture of legal awareness and understanding, I provide comprehensive legal expertise on privacy, commercial contracts, GDPR, consumer protection, IP, and IT-related matters. Additionally, I ensure meticulous documentation and record-keeping of all legal matters and contracts to maintain a thorough and organized legal framework. When confronted with complex legal issues, I engage with external legal counsel and experts to ensure comprehensive legal coverage and effective resolution. Acting as a proxy for the company, I represent the organization before authorities, regulators, and courts, effectively navigating legal proceedings and safeguarding the company's interests.


Skills: IP Law · Regulatory Compliance · Commercial Contracts · Consumer Law · Labor and Employment Law · IT law · Payment Industry · Consumer Credit Law · GDPR · Intellectual Property · Start-up Consulting · Legal Compliance · Contract Negotiation

Member of the Ethics Committee (pro Bono)

Związek Przedsiębiorstw Finansowych w Polsce
06.2019 - 11.2022

As a member of the Ethics Committee in the Association of Financial Companies in Poland, I contribute to upholding high standards of business conduct within the financial industry. The association's mission is to establish and enforce ethical guidelines that govern the interactions between financial companies, customers, and business partners. By ensuring adherence to these regulations, the committee aims to foster public trust in financial institutions. Through active participation and oversight, I play a role in promoting ethical practices and maintaining the reputation of the association's member companies as trusted institutions in the public eyeAs a member of the Ethics Committee in the Association of Financial Companies in Poland, I contribute to upholding high standards of business conduct within the financial industry. The association's mission is to establish and enforce ethical guidelines that govern the interactions between financial companies, customers, and business partners. By ensuring adherence to these regulations, the committee aims to foster public trust in financial institutions. Through active participation and oversight, I play a role in promoting ethical practices and maintaining the reputation of the association's member companies as trusted institutions in the public eye.


Skills: Regulatory Compliance

In-House Counsel

DinDin Money S.L.U.
05.2019 - 04.2020

With extensive experience in legal management and due diligence, I have successfully conducted the process of acquiring a Spanish law company, overseeing all legal aspects of the entity's purchase. I have demonstrated proficiency in adjusting company processes to ensure compliance with consumer regulations, personal data protection, and anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing measures. Additionally, my expertise extends to providing corporate services, including drafting management board resolutions, preparing minutes of shareholders' meetings, and facilitating intra-group loan agreements. Furthermore, I have effectively negotiated and drafted service agreements with partners, establishing strong and mutually beneficial business relationships. Throughout my career, I have showcased a comprehensive understanding of regulatory requirements, employing a strategic approach to navigate complex legal matters while promoting legal compliance and mitigating risks.With extensive experience in legal management and due diligence, I have successfully conducted the process of acquiring a Spanish law company, overseeing all legal aspects of the entity's purchase. I have demonstrated proficiency in adjusting company processes to ensure compliance with consumer regulations, personal data protection, and anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing measures. Additionally, my expertise extends to providing corporate services, including drafting management board resolutions, preparing minutes of shareholders' meetings, and facilitating intra-group loan agreements. Furthermore, I have effectively negotiated and drafted service agreements with partners, establishing strong and mutually beneficial business relationships. Throughout my career, I have showcased a comprehensive understanding of regulatory requirements, employing a strategic approach to navigate complex legal matters while promoting legal compliance and mitigating risks.


Skills: IT Law · Regulatory Compliance · Prawo pracy i zatrudnienia · Analizy due diligence · New Market Expansion · Payment Industry · Consumer Credit Law

In-House Counsel

Vippo Rapido S.L.
12.2018 - 04.2020

In my professional experience, I have successfully managed the registration process of a Spanish entity, ensuring compliance with all legal requirements and facilitating a smooth establishment. I possess a strong background in adjusting company processes to align with consumer regulations, personal data protection, and measures against money laundering and terrorist financing. Additionally, I am well-versed in providing corporate services, including the drafting of management board resolutions, preparation of minutes for shareholders' meetings, and facilitating intra-group loan agreements. Through meticulous attention to detail and a comprehensive understanding of legal frameworks, I have consistently contributed to the efficient and compliant operation of companies.In my professional experience, I have successfully managed the registration process of a Spanish entity, ensuring compliance with all legal requirements and facilitating a smooth establishment. I possess a strong background in adjusting company processes to align with consumer regulations, personal data protection, and measures against money laundering and terrorist financing. Additionally, I am well-versed in providing corporate services, including the drafting of management board resolutions, preparation of minutes for shareholders' meetings, and facilitating intra-group loan agreements. Through meticulous attention to detail and a comprehensive understanding of legal frameworks, I have consistently contributed to the efficient and compliant operation of companies.


Skills: IT Law · Regulatory Compliance · Due diligence · New Market Expansion · Consumer Credit and Consumer regulations

In-House Lawyer

Vippo Sp. z o.o.
06.2017 - 04.2020

Throughout my career, I have provided comprehensive legal services to a corporate group, focusing on the review, drafting, and negotiation of various contracts and legal documents such as vendor agreements, licensing agreements, services contracts, non-disclosure agreements, share purchase agreements, and employment contracts. I have been actively involved in offering proactive, practical, and commercial advice to business units, ensuring compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements in their operational activities, customer propositions, and product design. Additionally, I have diligently monitored and addressed any issues or potential risks related to personal data protection and conducted privacy law risk assessments. By contributing to horizon-scanning activities, I have stayed ahead of changes in laws and regulations, conducting research and analysis in private law. Communication with public authorities, including the Financial Supervisory Committee, Financial Ombudsman Office, and Office for Competition and Consumer Protection, has been an integral part of my role. In addition, I have drafted legal opinions covering civil law, data protection regulations, consumer law, trade and commercial law, and intellectual property law, while closely monitoring changes in legal regulations. Providing legal support in obtaining external financings, such as bond issuance and revolving credit facilities, has been a significant aspect of my responsibilities. Lastly, I have offered legal support in matters involving labor law, company policies, intellectual property, consumer relations, and other relevant areas, adapting to additional assigned duties as required.Throughout my career, I have provided comprehensive legal services to a corporate group, focusing on the review, drafting, and negotiation of various contracts and legal documents such as vendor agreements, licensing agreements, services contracts, non-disclosure agreements, share purchase agreements, and employment contracts. I have been actively involved in offering proactive, practical, and commercial advice to business units, ensuring compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements in their operational activities, customer propositions, and product design. Additionally, I have diligently monitored and addressed any issues or potential risks related to personal data protection and conducted privacy law risk assessments. By contributing to horizon-scanning activities, I have stayed ahead of changes in laws and regulations, conducting research and analysis in private law. Communication with public authorities, including the Financial Supervisory Committee, Financial Ombudsman Office, and Office for Competition and Consumer Protection, has been an integral part of my role. In addition, I have drafted legal opinions covering civil law, data protection regulations, consumer law, trade and commercial law, and intellectual property law, while closely monitoring changes in legal regulations. Providing legal support in obtaining external financings, such as bond issuance and revolving credit facilities, has been a significant aspect of my responsibilities. Lastly, I have offered legal support in matters involving labor law, company policies, intellectual property, consumer relations, and other relevant areas, adapting to additional assigned duties as required.


Skills: IT Law · Compliance · New Market Expansion · Consumer Credit Law

In-House Counsel

LeadUp Technologies Sp. z o.o.
07.2017 - 06.2019

In my role, I have provided legal services focusing on the adjustment of a "lead exchange platform" to ensure compliance with consumer and data protection regulations. This includes reviewing and aligning internal company policies with the requirements of the GDPR. Additionally, I have been responsible for coordinating agreements with merchants and partners, ensuring legal compliance, and protecting the interests of the company. Furthermore, I have handled various corporate matters, such as shareholders' meetings, share purchase agreements, amendments to the articles of association, and board resolutions. Through my legal expertise and attention to detail, I have contributed to the smooth operation of the lead exchange platform while safeguarding compliance with relevant regulations and protecting the company's interests.In my role, I have provided legal services focusing on the adjustment of a "lead exchange platform" to ensure compliance with consumer and data protection regulations. This includes reviewing and aligning internal company policies with the requirements of the GDPR. Additionally, I have been responsible for coordinating agreements with merchants and partners, ensuring legal compliance, and protecting the interests of the company. Furthermore, I have handled various corporate matters, such as shareholders' meetings, share purchase agreements, amendments to the articles of association, and board resolutions. Through my legal expertise and attention to detail, I have contributed to the smooth operation of the lead exchange platform while safeguarding compliance with relevant regulations and protecting the company's interests.


Skills: IT Law · New Market Expansion · Consumer Credit Law

Office Manager & Board Assistant

Aasa Polska S.A.
03.2016 - 05.2017

In my role, I have been responsible for scheduling appointments and maintaining the Management Board's calendar on a daily basis, ensuring effectivetime management and coordination. Additionally, I have successfully coordinated travel arrangements, including preparing itineraries, planning logistics, and managing expense reports. A key aspect of my role has been to ensure clear and timely communication of organizational initiatives and projects to employees and stakeholders. I have also played a crucial role in project management for office moves, refits, and refurbishments, ensuring smooth transitions and optimal workspace utilization. Furthermore, I have been involved in planning, editing, and writing content for internal communication channels, fostering effective employee engagement. Supporting the organization's objective of creating an exceptional employee experience, I have managed employee motivation contests and engaged with talent to drive business growth. Managing complex office administrative tasks and preparing presentations for meetings with staff, management, and board members have been additional areas of my expertise.In my role, I have been responsible for scheduling appointments and maintaining the Management Board's calendar on a daily basis, ensuring effective time management and coordination. Additionally, I have successfully coordinated travel arrangements, including preparing itineraries, planning logistics, and managing expense reports. A key aspect of my role has been to ensure clear and timely communication of organizational initiatives and projects to employees and stakeholders. I have also played a crucial role in project management for office moves, refits, and refurbishments, ensuring smooth transitions and optimal workspace utilization. Furthermore, I have been involved in planning, editing, and writing content for internal communication channels, fostering effective employee engagement. Supporting the organization's objective of creating an exceptional employee experience, I have managed employee motivation contests and engaged with talent to drive business growth. Managing complex office administrative tasks and preparing presentations for meetings with staff, management, and board members have been additional areas of my expertise.


Skills: Time Management · Intercultural Communication · Corporate Events

Legal Referent

Financial Center of Bank BPS S.A.
07.2015 - 02.2016

In my position, I have taken on the responsibility of conducting thorough legal research on a range of matters relevant to the firm's field of practice, guaranteeing a comprehensive grasp of the applicable laws and regulations. Additionally, I have played a critical role in investigating, evaluating, and formulating appropriate responses to complaints, contributing to the effective resolution of issues and ensuring client satisfaction. Moreover, I have provided valuable support in the development and review of firm policies and procedures, ensuring their alignment with legal requirements and upholding a robust ethical framework. Another important aspect of my role has involved performing compliance assessments of firm correspondence, thereby ensuring adherence to both workplace and client-specific compliance standards. Furthermore, I have readily adapted to additional assignments and projects, consistently demonstrating a proactive and versatile approach in assisting the firm's legal operations.In my position, I have taken on the responsibility of conducting thorough legal research on a range of matters relevant to the firm's field of practice, guaranteeing a comprehensive grasp of the applicable laws and regulations. Additionally, I have played a critical role in investigating, evaluating, and formulating appropriate responses to complaints, contributing to the effective resolution of issues and ensuring client satisfaction. Moreover, I have provided valuable support in the development and review of firm policies and procedures, ensuring their alignment with legal requirements and upholding a robust ethical framework. Another important aspect of my role has involved performing compliance assessments of firm correspondence, thereby ensuring adherence to both workplace and client-specific compliance standards. Furthermore, I have readily adapted to additional assignments and projects, consistently demonstrating a proactive and versatile approach in assisting the firm's legal operations.


Skills: Negotiation · Debt Collection · Dispute Settlement · Debt Settlement

Education

Attorney-at-Law, Entry Number ŁD-2823

Bar Association of Attorneys-at-Law
09.2022

Attorney-at-Law Training

Bar Association of Attorneys-at-Law
12.2021

IMFx - Financial Development and Financial Inclusion

International Monetary Fund
01.2021

Academy of Capital Companies -

Jagiellonian University
06.2020

Master of Arts - Law

Jagiellonian University
06.2015

American Law Program -

The Catholic University of America
04.2015

Skills

  • Intellectual Property Law
  • IT Law
  • Corporate Transactions
  • Policy Development
  • Contract Drafting
  • Commercial Contracts
  • Data Privacy
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Risk Assessment
  • Corporate Governance

Fields Of Expertise

  • Corporate Law
  • Consumer Law
  • Contract Law
  • Compliance (GDPR, AML)
  • Payment services
  • Regulatory
  • IP & IT Law
  • Credit solutions

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Legal Counsel (Sole Counsel for the PL Market)

Twisto Polska Sp. z o.o.
08.2020 - Current

Member of the Ethics Committee (pro Bono)

Związek Przedsiębiorstw Finansowych w Polsce
06.2019 - 11.2022

In-House Counsel

DinDin Money S.L.U.
05.2019 - 04.2020

In-House Counsel

Vippo Rapido S.L.
12.2018 - 04.2020

In-House Counsel

LeadUp Technologies Sp. z o.o.
07.2017 - 06.2019

In-House Lawyer

Vippo Sp. z o.o.
06.2017 - 04.2020

Office Manager & Board Assistant

Aasa Polska S.A.
03.2016 - 05.2017

Legal Referent

Financial Center of Bank BPS S.A.
07.2015 - 02.2016

Attorney-at-Law, Entry Number ŁD-2823

Bar Association of Attorneys-at-Law

Attorney-at-Law Training

Bar Association of Attorneys-at-Law

IMFx - Financial Development and Financial Inclusion

International Monetary Fund

Academy of Capital Companies -

Jagiellonian University

Master of Arts - Law

Jagiellonian University

American Law Program -

The Catholic University of America
Dominika Miodek