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Country Manager, El Salvador
LATAM - Remote
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.
Overview
The General Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and performance of the Company's regulated operations in El Salvador. The role provides strategic, operational, and governance oversight across all licensed activities, ensuring the business operates in a safe, compliant, and commercially sustainable manner while maintaining strong relationships with regulators, banking partners, and key stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the day-to-day management and oversight of the Company's VASP and EMI operations in El Salvador.
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Execute the local business strategy in alignment with Group objectives and regulatory requirements.
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Ensure all regulated activities are conducted in accordance with applicable laws, licence conditions, and internal policies.
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Act as the primary representative of the Company with local regulators, financial institutions, banking partners, and external stakeholders.
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Oversee operational, compliance, financial, and risk management activities within the jurisdiction.
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Drive operational excellence, customer experience, and business growth initiatives.
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Establish and maintain effective governance, reporting, and escalation frameworks.
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Ensure sufficient resources, controls, and processes are in place to support the Company's licensed activities.
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Build, lead, and develop the local management team and foster a strong culture of accountability and compliance.
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Provide regular reporting and updates to Group leadership and governance committees.
Requirements
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Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Law, or a related discipline.
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10+ years of experience within financial services, banking, payments, fintech, or digital asset industries.
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Prior experience in a senior management, country leadership, or executive role.
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Strong understanding of the El Salvador financial services, payments, and virtual asset regulatory landscape.
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Established relationships within the local financial services ecosystem, including regulators, financial institutions, and industry stakeholders, are highly desirable.
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Strong commercial, operational, and leadership capabilities.
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Must be a citizen of El Salvador and maintain primary residence in El Salvador, available to perform the role locally on a full-time basis.
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Fluency in Spanish and English.
Profile
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Respected business leader with strong local market knowledge and credibility.
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Commercially minded while maintaining a strong appreciation for regulatory and risk considerations.
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Hands-on, pragmatic, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment.
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Strong decision-making and stakeholder management skills.
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Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and ownership.
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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