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Bybit

Cryptocurrency exchange offering spot and derivatives

Deputy AMLO MiFID

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Full-timeVienna, AustriaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree or higher in Law, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field is required.
  • A minimum of 4–6 years of experience in AML/CTF, KYC compliance, or securities compliance within financial services, investment firms, or fintech is required.
  • Strong working knowledge of the Austrian AML Act (FM-GwG), the EU AMLD6 framework, WAG 2018, MiFID II organisational and conduct requirements, and FMA supervisory practices is required.
  • Proven experience in a second-line-of-defence compliance or AML officer role is required.
  • The candidate must be able to pass the FMA fit-and-proper assessment, including reliability, professional qualification, and sufficient time commitment, under WAG 2018 § 5 and FM-GwG § 9.
  • Fluency in English is required for the working language.
  • A clean criminal record is required for appointment as a responsible person under FM-GwG § 9.

Responsibilities

  • Support the MLRO in implementing and maintaining AML/CTF policies and procedures compliant with FM-GwG, the EU AMLD framework, and applicable FMA guidance.
  • Oversee customer due diligence, enhanced due diligence, and ongoing monitoring for investment firm clients, including appropriateness assessments intersecting with KYC data.
  • Act as deputy responsible person under FM-GwG § 9, maintaining regulatory standing and continuing education requirements in line with FMA expectations.
  • Manage suspicious transaction/activity report submissions to the Austrian A-FIU; maintain the SAR register and ensure prevention of tipping off.
  • Handle law enforcement requests and sanctions-related obligations under EU Sanctions Regulation and FM-GwG screening requirements.
  • Conduct and document risk assessments for investment firm products, clients, and distribution channels.
  • Support product governance, including the product approval process, target market definition, and distributor feedback.
  • Independently review KYC/KYB files, client onboarding, and risk assessment processes from an investment firm perspective.
  • Conduct regular quality assurance reviews of AML/CTF controls, transaction monitoring, and SAR processes.
  • Develop and track KPIs/KRIs for anti-financial-crime compliance activities.
  • Perform quarterly self-assessments under Bybit EU Group AML Minimum Control Standards.
  • Oversee transaction monitoring for suspicious activity in investment firm activities, including derivatives, spot, and custody.
  • Collaborate with operations and technology teams on monitoring system enhancements and rule testing.
  • Develop and deliver AML/CTF compliance training.
  • Maintain personal continuing education and ensure all relevant staff are trained on anti-financial-crime requirements.
  • Act as deputy contact point with the FMA for WAG 2018 licensing matters, improvement orders, and ongoing supervisory requests.
  • Assist with preparation and submission of regulatory reports, including the MLRO annual report, AML/CTF risk assessments, and management body compliance reports.
  • Support fit-and-proper documentation requirements for the role and other key function holders.
  • Co-own the AML/CFT Policy, Sanctions Policy, Compliance Policy, and related procedures applicable to Bybit X GmbH.
  • Support the group-wide AML Minimum Control Standards framework as applicable to the MiFID entity.
  • Participate in vendor and outsourcing oversight for AML/CTF-related third-party services.

Desired Qualifications

  • AML/CTF professional certification such as ACAMS, ICA Certificate/Diploma in AML, or equivalent.
  • Prior experience as a named Deputy AMLO, Deputy MLRO, or WAG 2018 compliance officer at an FMA-licensed entity.
  • Knowledge of MiFID II product governance, suitability, and investor protection frameworks.
  • Familiarity with Austrian FMA licensing processes, including WAG 2018 applications, fit-and-proper submissions, and improvement orders.
  • Experience with derivatives, leveraged products, or crypto-asset services.
  • Understanding of the Market Abuse Regulation (MAR) and its intersection with AML monitoring.
  • German language is a strong advantage because FMA correspondence and licensing submissions are conducted in German.

About the Company

Bybit

Cryptocurrency exchange offering spot and derivatives

Bybit operates a cryptocurrency exchange that provides spot and derivatives trading, mining and staking products, and API access for retail and institutional clients worldwide. Its platform uses an ultra-fast matching engine to execute trades and offers multilingual customer support, aiming to deliver a fast, fair, and humane trading environment. Compared with rivals, Bybit emphasizes reliability, transparency, and strong service, backed by a team with backgrounds from investment banks and tech firms, and a global community. The company’s goal is to be the most trusted and dependable exchange in the emerging digital asset class.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Singapore, Singapore
Founded
2018

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