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Senior AML Specialist, KYB (Austria)
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.
Responsibilities
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Conduct Know Your Business (KYB) reviews for corporate onboarding, including verification of corporate structures, Ultimate Beneficial Ownership (UBO) identification, and document authentication.
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Perform Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) on high-risk entities, complex corporate structures, and customers operating in regulated or sensitive industries.
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Assess PEP exposure, sanctions risk, and adverse media across corporate hierarchies and associated individuals.
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Execute ongoing monitoring and periodic reviews of existing corporate clients, ensuring continued compliance with risk appetite and regulatory requirements.
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Identify and escalate unusual corporate structures, nominee arrangements, shell entities, and other indicators of potential financial crime.
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Maintain accurate and well-documented case files that clearly support risk decisions and meet audit and regulatory standards.
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Collaborate with AML Operations, Compliance, and business teams to resolve complex onboarding cases and provide risk-based recommendations.
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Contribute to the development and refinement of KYB procedures, risk frameworks, and assessment criteria.
Requirements
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2+ years of experience in KYB, KYC/CDD, corporate due diligence, or financial crime compliance.
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Strong understanding of corporate structures, ownership chains, UBO identification, and entity verification across multiple jurisdictions.
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Demonstrated experience handling complex, high-risk, or regulated customers, including financial institutions, MSBs, funds, and trust structures.
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Familiarity with AML/CFT regulations, sanctions regimes, and beneficial ownership transparency requirements.
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Experience with cryptocurrency-related entities (exchanges, custodians, DeFi protocols) is an advantage.
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Strong analytical and research skills with excellent attention to detail and sound risk judgement.
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Professional certifications such as CAMS, ICA, or equivalent are advantageous.
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Embraces AI and emerging technologies to improve productivity and streamline compliance processes.
Profile
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Comfortable navigating complex corporate records across multiple jurisdictions and piecing together a clear picture from diverse sources.
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High integrity with the confidence to challenge incomplete information and maintain independent risk judgement.
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Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with evolving regulatory expectations.
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Strong communicator who can articulate risk clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
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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