Bybit - [L&C] Lead Licensing Counsel
Requirements
• Law degree (LLB, JD, or equivalent); admission to practice in at least one jurisdiction is preferred • 2-5 years of experience in regulatory law, licensing, or compliance — with meaningful exposure to financial services, fintech, or cryptocurrency (preference) • Demonstrated experience with licence applications or regulatory approvals (e.g., VASP, MPI, EMI, broker-dealer, or equivalent authorisations) • Understanding of global licensing frameworks for virtual asset service providers and/or financial institutions • Strong legal research, drafting, and analytical skills with the ability to distil complex regulatory requirements into actionable advice • Excellent project management skills — ability to manage multiple licensing workstreams across jurisdictions simultaneously • Strong written and verbal communication in English; additional languages relevant to target jurisdictions are a plus • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, decentralised, and globally distributed team • Collaborative mindset and a good team player with the ability to work closely with internal teams as well as independently • Fast learner, able to hit the ground running. takes ownership of projects, has pride in the work • Direct experience with cryptocurrency or digital asset licensing preferred but not an absolute must (VASP registrations, MAS MPI, VARA licences, EU MiCA authorisations, ADGM licences etc.) • Familiarity with key licensing regimes in APAC, MENA, Europe, or Latin America • Experience working with regulators across multiple jurisdictions concurrently • Understanding of AML/CFT requirements as they relate to licensing conditions and ongoing obligations • Prior in-house experience at a crypto exchange, fintech, or global financial services firm would be seen favourably but candidates with law firm experience will not be discounted • Why Join UsAt 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.
Responsibilities
• Lead and manage the end-to-end licensing process for new market entries globally, including application preparation, submission, and regulatory engagement • Conduct jurisdictional assessments to evaluate licensing requirements, timelines and strategic feasibility for target markets and to support the expansion requirements of the company • Prepare, draft, and coordinate licensing applications, supporting documentation, business plans, and regulatory questionnaires • Liaise directly with regulators, external counsel, and government authorities across jurisdictions to advance licensing matters • Monitor global regulatory developments that may create new licensing obligations or opportunities for the exchange • Maintain and manage a global licensing tracker covering application status, renewal deadlines, conditions, and ongoing obligations • Coordinate with internal stakeholders (Legal, Compliance, Finance, Operations, Product) to gather information and align on licensing requirements • Support post-licensing compliance, including condition monitoring, variation applications, and periodic reporting to regulators (where applicable) • Prepare internal briefings and status reports on licensing progress for senior leadership • Build and maintain relationships with external legal advisors across jurisdictions to support licensing activities
Benefits
• At Bybit, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching work environment. • 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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