Bybit is hiring a Regulatory Counsel (Product) (Abu Dhabi, UAE; Hong Kong SAR; Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia).
About the Company
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 technology and a user-first mindset, Bybit delivers a 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.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary legal and regulatory advisor for new product launches, features, and initiatives on the global platform being involved end to end in the launch of new products
- Conduct regulatory gap analyses for target jurisdictions to assess the permissibility and risk profile of product offerings in markets where the exchange has not yet obtained local licenses
- Develop and maintain product compliance frameworks, playbooks, and decision matrices for the global product team
- Advise Product, Tech, Business and Fiat teams on regulatory constraints, user eligibility requirements, geo-restrictions, and risk mitigation strategies aligning these with internal guidelines
- Assess regulatory classification of products (spot trading, derivatives, lending, staking, earn products, launchpad offerings, copy trading, etc.) across jurisdictions
- Monitor global regulatory developments affecting product permissibility and proactively flag risks and opportunities to the business
- Coordinate with Licensing Counsel and external advisors to align product launch timelines with licensing strategy and regulatory engagement
- Support the development of internal approval processes (product governance review processes, sign-off workflows) for new product rollouts
- Prepare regulatory risk assessments and internal memos to support product decisions by senior leadership
Qualifications & Requirements
- Law degree (LLB, JD, or equivalent); admission to practice in at least one jurisdiction is preferred
- 3-6 years of experience in regulatory law, financial services law, or technology law or crypto - with exposure to product advisory, fntech or crypto
- Understanding of cryptocurrency product structures (spot, derivatives, perpetuals, lending, staking, earn, NFTs) and their regulatory treatment across jurisdictions
- Ability to conduct multi-jurisdictional regulatory analysis and present findings in clear, commercially actionable terms
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills - comfortable navigating regulatory ambiguity and providing risk-based advice
- Strong written and verbal communication in English; additional languages especially Chinese are a plus
- 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 advising on crypto or digital asset products at an exchange, fintech, or financial institution
- Familiarity with regulatory treatment of derivatives, perpetuals, and structured products in key jurisdictions (e.g., ADGM, SFC, FCA, VARA)
- Experience with product governance frameworks and new product approval processes
- Understanding of consumer protection, advertising, and marketing regulations applicable to crypto products
- Prior in-house experience in a high-growth technology or fintech company
Perks & Compensation
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.
About Bybit
Bybit, founded in 2018 by Ben Zhou in Dubai, grew into a top-5 derivatives exchange with 30M+ users, known for deep liquidity in perpetuals, options and copy trading. Headquartered in Dubai with hubs in Hong Kong and Singapore, it sponsors F1 and invests in Web3 via Bybit Web3 wallet and Mantle ecosystem. Bybit emphasizes low-latency matching and risk engine reliability during volatility. Expect focus on trading systems, security and 24/7 operational discipline. Bybit delivers institutional-grade derivatives trading, low-latency matching engines, and comprehensive crypto wealth management solutions to millions of traders globally. Bybit prioritizes high availability trading infrastructure, proof-of-reserves transparency, and multi-language client support for digital asset investors.