Compliance Lead

Bybit; Abu Dhabi Emirate; On-site; AED 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Bybit seeks a Lead Compliance Operations Specialist to steer its global regulatory operations across jurisdictions and licensed entities. You will translate regulatory commitments into practical processes, drive SOP development, and coordinate with Legal, Licensing, Product and regional teams to ensure readiness and ongoing compliance.

You will lead audits, channel risk remediation, and deliver actionable management reports while maintaining a fast-paced, detail-oriented approach in the

Qualifications

• 5 - 7 years experience in Compliance Operations, Regulatory Operations, Project Management Office or a similar operational role within financial services, fintech or another regulated industry.
• Experience leading cross-functional implementation projects across multiple jurisdictions.
• Strong organisational, project coordination and stakeholder management skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to develop clear SOPs, process documentation and management reports.
• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
• Crypto or digital asset experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) is required.
• Mandarin proficiency is advantageous to support collaboration with Mandarin-speaking stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Own the tracking of regulatory obligations, licensing conditions and operational actions, coordinating stakeholders to ensure timely completion.
• Drive the operational implementation of new licences by developing SOPs, process documentation, implementation checklists and business readiness materials.
• Monitor adherence to compliance operational processes, proactively identifying, managing and escalating risks or overdue actions.
• Prepare operational reports, implementation updates and management briefing materials for senior stakeholders.
• Coordinate cross-functional regulatory implementation activities with Legal, Licensing, Product, Operations and regional teams.
• Support audits, regulatory inspections and operational reviews by coordinating documentation, evidence gathering and remediation tracking.
• Lead operational gap assessments and remediation initiatives to strengthen compliance processes and controls.

Skills

Regulatory operations

Cross-functional project management

Stakeholder management

SOP documentation

English fluency

Job description

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.

Job Title: Lead Compliance Operations Specialist

The Lead Compliance Operations Specialist plays a key role in the execution of Bybit's global compliance operations programme.

Working across multiple licensed jurisdictions, you will ensure regulatory commitments are translated into practical operating processes, tracked effectively, and maintained throughout the licence lifecycle. This role partners closely with Legal, Licensing, Product, Operations and regional teams to drive operational readiness and ongoing compliance activities.

Responsibilities

• Own the tracking of regulatory obligations, licensing conditions and operational actions, coordinating stakeholders to ensure timely completion.
• Drive the operational implementation of new licences by developing SOPs, process documentation, implementation checklists and business readiness materials.
• Monitor adherence to compliance operational processes, proactively identifying, managing and escalating risks or overdue actions.
• Prepare operational reports, implementation updates and management briefing materials for senior stakeholders.
• Coordinate cross-functional regulatory implementation activities with Legal, Licensing, Product, Operations and regional teams.
• Support audits, regulatory inspections and operational reviews by coordinating documentation, evidence gathering and remediation tracking.
• Lead operational gap assessments and remediation initiatives to strengthen compliance processes and controls.

Requirements

• 5 - 7 years experience in Compliance Operations, Regulatory Operations, Project Management Office or a similar operational role within financial services, fintech or another regulated industry.
• Experience leading cross-functional implementation projects across multiple jurisdictions.
• Strong organisational, project coordination and stakeholder management skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to develop clear SOPs, process documentation and management reports.
• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
• Crypto or digital asset experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) is required.
• Mandarin proficiency is advantageous to support collaboration with Mandarin-speaking stakeholders.

Profile

• Passionate about cryptocurrency and financial innovation.
• Strong sense of ownership with excellent execution discipline and attention to detail.
• Proactive, dependable and solutions-oriented, with the ability to navigate ambiguity.
• Collaborative and confident partnering with Legal, Product, Operations and business stakeholders.