Government Relations Manager

Bybit; Venezia; In loco; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading cryptocurrency exchange is seeking a Government Relations Manager in Italy to strengthen its market presence. The role involves engaging with regulatory authorities, monitoring compliance developments, and collaborating with internal teams to align operations with local laws. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of experience in government relations, a strong understanding of financial regulations, and proficiency in Italian and English.

Competenze

• Minimum 3 years of experience in government relations or regulatory affairs.
• Solid understanding of Italy's financial regulatory framework.
• Fluent in Italian and English.

Mansioni

• Build and maintain relationships with regulatory authorities.
• Monitor and analyze regulatory developments affecting digital assets.
• Support registration and compliance efforts in Italy.

Conoscenze

Government relations

Regulatory affairs

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Law, Political Science, Public Policy

Descrizione del lavoro

About Us

Founded in March 2018, Bybit is one of the fastest-growing cryptocurrency derivatives exchanges, with more than 70 million registered users worldwide. We provide a secure, professional, and user-friendly platform offering spot and derivatives trading, staking and mining services, and advanced API support for retail and institutional clients.

Bybit’s mission is to be the most reliable and trusted exchange in the digital asset space. Our core values— Listen, Care, and Improve —guide everything we do as we strive to create a transparent, secure, and user-first trading environment. Built on best-in-class infrastructure, our platform ensures ultra-fast trade execution, multilingual 24 / 7 customer support, and an unmatched user experience.

We are looking for a highly motivated Government Relations Manager (GRM) to join our team in Italy. This role is essential to strengthening Bybit’s presence in the Italian market by ensuring regulatory alignment and maintaining strong relationships with local authorities and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities :

• Build and maintain strong relationships with Italian regulatory authorities (e.G. CONSOB, Banca d’Italia), financial institutions, and relevant government bodies.
• Monitor and analyze Italian and EU regulatory developments affecting digital assets, VASPs, and crypto markets—including MiCA, AML directives, and local implementation policies.
• Represent Bybit in regulatory discussions, public consultations, and fintech / blockchain policy forums in Italy.
• Work cross-functionally with Bybit’s Legal, Compliance, Strategy, and Product teams to ensure operations align with Italian laws and EU regulations.
• Support Bybit’s registration, licensing, and ongoing compliance efforts in Italy.
• Identify potential regulatory risks and opportunities that may affect local market entry, growth, and customer trust.
• Liaise with external legal counsel, compliance consultants, and industry associations to support regulatory strategy.
• Promote Bybit’s brand in Italy by participating in industry events, contributing to thought leadership, and engaging in policy development.

Ideal Candidate Profile :

Minimum 3 years of experience in government relations, regulatory affairs, legal, or compliance—preferably in fintech, crypto, or traditional finance.

Solid understanding of Italy’s financial regulatory framework, including familiarity with CONSOB guidelines and EU directives such as MiCA and AML.

Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Proven experience engaging with Italian regulators or contributing to public policy in the digital finance sector.

Ability to interpret and operationalize complex regulatory requirements.

Bachelor’s degree in Law, Political Science, Public Policy, or related field (Master’s or legal qualification is a plus).

Fluent in Italian and English (both written and spoken).

Based in Italy and knowledgeable about the local political, legal, and business landscape.

Why Join Bybit?

At Bybit, you’ll be part of a global mission to shape the future of finance. You'll have the opportunity to work at the forefront of crypto innovation, collaborate with world-class teams, and play a vital role in ensuring regulatory integrity and business growth in Italy.