Chief Risk Officer

About Bybit Established in March 2018, Bybit is one of the fastest growing cryptocurrency derivatives exchanges, with more than 70 million registered users. We offer a professional platform where crypto traders can find an ultra-fast matching engine, excellent customer service and multilingual community support. We provide innovative online spot and derivatives trading services, mining and staking products, as well as API support, to retail and institutional clients around the world, and strive to be the most reliable exchange for the emerging digital asset class. Key Responsibilities 1. Enterprise Risk Management Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework. Define and monitor the bank’s risk appetite, risk limits, and tolerance levels in alignment with strategic goals. Ensure effective identification, assessment, monitoring, and mitigation of all material risks. 2. Credit, Market & Liquidity Risk Oversee credit risk policies, underwriting standards, portfolio monitoring, and stress testing. Monitor market risk exposures, including interest rate, foreign exchange, and trading risks. Oversee liquidity risk management, funding strategies, and contingency funding plans. 3. Operational & Non-Financial Risk Lead operational risk management, including process risk, fraud risk, cyber risk, and third-party risk. Oversee business continuity planning and crisis management frameworks. Promote strong internal controls and risk ownership across business units. 4. Regulatory & Compliance Oversight Ensure compliance with local and international banking regulations (e.g., Basel III/IV, IFRS, AML/CFT). Serve as the primary point of contact for regulators on risk-related matters. Oversee regulatory reporting, stress tests, ICAAP/ILAAP, and supervisory examinations. 5. Governance & Board Reporting Provide regular risk reports and dashboards to the Board, Risk Committee, and senior management. Advise the Board on emerging risks, capital adequacy, and risk-adjusted performance Support the Board Risk Committee with independent risk assessments and recommendations. 6. Leadership & Risk Culture Build and lead a high-performing risk management function. Foster a strong risk-aware culture and embed risk management into decision-making. Provide training and guidance to senior management and staff on risk policies and practices. 7. Key Qualifications & Experience Advanced degree in Finance, Economics, Risk Management, Accounting, or a related field. Professional certifications preferred (e.g., FRM, PRM, CFA). Requirements University degree in law, business administration, finance, or a related field. Strong understanding of EU and preferably Austrian compliance frameworks and regulations applicable to investment, crypto, and payments firms. At least 3 years of professional experience. Proven experience in legal or compliance roles in financial services firms, fintech or regulatory authorities in Austria or the EU. Excellent English skills are required, German skills are preferred. Why Join Us 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.