Bybit

FinTech

PaymentsCounsel

AED 450–750k ~AI est. Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Senior candidates.

The Brief

“Payments Counsel at Bybit. Skills: Payments law, EMI regulation, Licensing applications, Fiat on/off-ramp. Lead structuring payment flows. Lead legal review payment flows”

Industry & Context.

FinTech

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Law degree, Admission to practice, 3-5 years payments law, 3-5 years EMI regulation, 3-5 years financial services regulatory law

Nice to Have

Direct experience cryptocurrency industry, Experience fiat payment integration, Experience stablecoin flows, Experience crypto-fiat conversion, Familiarity card scheme rules, Experience correspondent banking, Experience SWIFT/SEPA/FPS payment rails, Experience cross-border payment structuring, Understanding AML/CFT obligations, Experience stablecoin regulatory frameworks, Prior in-house experience payments company, Prior in-house experience neobank, Prior in-house experience exchange, Prior in-house experience fintech platform

What You'll Do.

Lead structuring payment flows

Lead legal review payment flows

Lead structuring EMI arrangements

Lead legal review EMI arrangements

Advise regulatory classification payment activities

Advise regulatory classification EMI services

Determine licensing requirements

Determine permissible structures

Drive payments licence applications

Drive EMI licence applications

Conduct regulatory assessments new payment methods

Conduct regulatory assessments new currencies

Conduct regulatory assessments new corridors

Conduct regulatory assessments partner integrations

Identify licensing triggers

Identify compliance obligations

Advise safeguarding requirements

Advise client money rules

Advise settlement risk

Advise prudential obligations

Monitor global payments regulatory developments

Assess impact payments strategy

Coordinate with Product

Coordinate with Treasury

Coordinate with Finance

Ensure payment flows compliance

Review payment flow diagrams

Approve payment flow diagrams

Maintain payment flow diagrams

Review regulatory mappings

Approve regulatory mappings

Maintain regulatory mappings

Review compliance documentation

Approve compliance documentation

Maintain compliance documentation

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Internal teams; External counsel

Communication Scope

Written communication; Verbal communication

Full Job Description

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. Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Payments Counsel to lead the structuring, legal review, and regulatory strategy for the exchange's payments and electronic money (EMI) expansion operations globally. This role encompasses structuring payment flows, advising on payment service and EMI regulatory requirements, and leading licence applications for payments and EMI authorisations across applicable jurisdictions. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in payments regulation and licensing, combined with practical experience in structuring payment flows and fiat on/off-ramp solutions for digital asset platforms. Key Responsibilities Lead the structuring and legal review of payment flows, fiat on/off-ramp solutions, and electronic money issuance arrangements across the exchange's global operations in complianc

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