Head of Legal, EU

About Us

Job Scope:

• Lead Bybit EU's legal operations function, development of the legal team as Bybit EU scales.
• Set the direction for and oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of compliance programs to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, in particular under MiCAR.
• 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.
• Oversee compliance risk assessments and audits to identify potential areas of non-compliance and direct corrective actions.
• Monitor and analyze legislative and regulatory developments, translating them into clear strategic guidance for the business.
• Lead the preparation and submission of regulatory reports, licenses, and approvals in Austria.
• Guide Marketing and cross-functional teams to ensure promotional materials and product offerings meet stringent EU regulatory requirements.
• Build compliance training and awareness programs across the organization.

Requirements:

• A law degree (LLB, JD, Mag. iur., LL.M., or equivalent).
• 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.
• Demonstrated experience leading regulatory or licensing initiatives (e.g. MiCAR licensing processes) and coordinating directly with regulators across multiple jurisdictions.
• 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.
• Proven ability to partner cross-functionally with Product, Marketing, and leadership teams and to translate complex regulation into actionable guidance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. German proficiency is an advantage.
• Able to lead independently in a fast-paced, regulated environment with high integrity and discretion.
• 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.