Institutional Contract Manager

Job description

**About Us** 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. **Key Responsibilities:** - Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of contracts, including but not limited to institutional agreements, vendor contracts, NDAs, service agreements, technology and licensing arrangements, and strategic partnerships. - Own the end-to-end contract lifecycle process, from intake, redlining, and approval workflows to execution, archiving, renewal, and termination management. - Act as the primary point of contact for internal business units (e.g., procurement, operations, tech, finance) to provide clear and timely legal support during commercial negotiations. - Ensure all contracts comply with applicable laws, internal policies, and corporate governance requirements. - Coordinate with external counsel as necessary for complex negotiations or multi-jurisdictional matters. - Develop and maintain a centralized contract management system to monitor key obligations, renewal deadlines, and risk triggers. - Proactively identify legal and commercial risks in contracts and recommend effective mitigation strategies. - Support the continuous improvement of contract templates, playbooks, and processes to increase operational efficiency and consistency. - Provide training and guidance to relevant internal teams on contract terms and legal risk considerations **Requirements:** - A law degree (LLB, JD, Mag. iur., LL.M., or equivalent) - Minimum of 3 years of legal experience, preferably within an in-house legal team, regulatory authority, or reputable law firm - Strong understanding of Austrian and EU laws relating to international contract law, commercial law, and regulatory compliance. - Experience handling official legal requests such as court orders, or administrative inquiries. - Meticulous attention to detail, with strong organizational and documentation skills. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both German and English. - Able to work independently in a fast-paced, regulated environment with high integrity and discretion. - This position is based in Austria, Vienna **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.