Bybit

FinTech

PrincipalLicensingCounsel

AED 600–900k ~AI est. Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Senior candidates.

The Brief

“Principal Licensing Counsel at Bybit. Skills: Licensing, Regulatory law, Compliance, Market access. Lead licensing process. Manage licensing process”

Industry & Context.

FinTech
Problems you'll solve

Legal analysis; Analytical skills

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Law degree, Admission to practice, 5+ years experience, Financial services licensing, Crypto licensing experience, Licence applications experience, Regulatory approvals experience, Global licensing frameworks understanding, Legal research skills, Drafting skills, Analytical skills, Project management skills, Manage multiple workstreams

Nice to Have

Cryptocurrency licensing experience, Digital asset licensing experience, VASP registrations experience, MAS MPI experience, VARA licences experience, EU MiCA authorisations experience, ADGM licences experience, APAC licensing regimes familiarity, MENA licensing regimes familiarity, Europe licensing regimes familiarity, Latin America licensing regimes familiarity, Regulators experience, AML/CFT requirements understanding, In-house experience, Fintech firm experience, Global financial services firm experience, Law firm experience

What You'll Do.

Lead licensing process

Manage licensing process

Evaluate requirements

Coordinate applications

Liaise with regulators

Liaise with authorities

Monitor regulatory developments

Maintain licensing tracker

Coordinate internal stakeholders

Align on requirements

Support post-licensing compliance

Submit periodic reporting

Prepare internal briefings

Prepare status reports

Maintain relationships

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Coordinate with internal stakeholders; Work with internal teams; Work independently; Collaborate with regulators; Collaborate with counsel; Collaborate with authorities; Collaborate with legal; Collaborate with compliance; Collaborate with finance; Collaborate with operations; Collaborate with product

Communication Scope

Written communication; Verbal communication; Internal briefings; Status reports

Process & Methodology

Project management, Manage multiple workstreams

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 looking for a Principal Licensing Counsel to drive and manage licensing initiatives across multiple jurisdictions globally. This role sits at the heart of our market access strategy, responsible for navigating regulatory licensing regimes, preparing and managing licence applications, and ensuring the exchange maintains and expands its authorisations worldwide. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with financial services or crypto licensing and thrives in a fast-moving, multi-jurisdictional environment. Key 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

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