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