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Head of Legal, EU
Vienna, Austria
About Us
Established in 2018, Bybit is one of the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchanges and digital financial platforms, serving over 80 million users across more than 200 countries and regions. Powered by world-class technology and a user-first mindset, Bybit delivers a seamless ecosystem across trading, payments, wealth management, custody, institutional services, and Web3 — connecting users to the future of digital finance.
Our core values define how we build. We listen, care and improve to create products and experiences that put users first. Backed by a global team of ambitious builders, problem-solvers, and innovators, we foster a high-performance and fast-moving environment where talent is empowered to drive real impact at the global scale. Supported by 24/7 multilingual customer service and a strong commitment to innovation, we are shaping the future of finance through technology, collaboration, and bold execution.
Today, Bybit is recognized as one of the most trusted and transparent platforms in the digital asset industry, continuing to expand its global presence while building the infrastructure for the next generation of financial services.
Job Scope:
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Lead Bybit EU's legal operations function, development of the legal team as Bybit EU scales.
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Set the direction for and oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of compliance programs to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, in particular under MiCAR.
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Serve as a senior strategic advisor to the leadership team, guiding the end-to-end development and successful launch of MiCAR-compliant crypto products in partnership with product teams.
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Oversee compliance risk assessments and audits to identify potential areas of non-compliance and direct corrective actions.
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Monitor and analyze legislative and regulatory developments, translating them into clear strategic guidance for the business.
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Lead the preparation and submission of regulatory reports, licenses, and approvals in Austria.
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Guide Marketing and cross-functional teams to ensure promotional materials and product offerings meet stringent EU regulatory requirements.
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Build compliance training and awareness programs across the organization.
Requirements:
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A law degree (LLB, JD, Mag. iur., LL.M., or equivalent).
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Minimum of 8 years of legal and regulatory experience, ideally within an in-house legal team at a large crypto/fintech firm. Experience in Austria and/or the EU strongly preferred.
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Demonstrated experience leading regulatory or licensing initiatives (e.g. MiCAR licensing processes) and coordinating directly with regulators across multiple jurisdictions.
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Strong understanding of Austrian and EU laws relating to regulatory compliance, in particular with respect to MiCAR, MiFID and E-Money Directive / Payment Services Directive, and banking sector.
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Proven ability to partner cross-functionally with Product, Marketing, and leadership teams and to translate complex regulation into actionable guidance.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. German proficiency is an advantage.
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Able to lead independently in a fast-paced, regulated environment with high integrity and discretion.
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This position is based in Austria, Vienna.
Why Join Us
At Bybit, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching work environment.
Our benefits include:
- Study Growth Fund: We support your professional development and continuous learning.
- Internal Events: Participate in regular team-building activities, workshops, and events designed to promote collaboration and innovation.
- Global Collaboration: Be part of a diverse, international team, working alongside colleagues from around the world.
- Career Advancement: Access opportunities for growth and advancement within a rapidly expanding global company.
- Internal Mobility: Grow with us- Your long-term development is important to us. We offer internal job opportunities to help build your career path.
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