Head of HR

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Abu Dhabi, UAE; Hong Kong SAR; Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

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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. About this Role Bybit is building a next-generation global financial platform, expanding beyond exchange into a fully integrated financial ecosystem. As the business scales across markets, regulatory regimes, and product lines, the organization must evolve just as quickly - in structure, capability, and governance. We are seeking a Global Head of HR to partner directly with the Founder and executive team to design, scale, and future-proof the organization. You will act as a strategic partner to the Founder to build a high-performance, globally scalable organization, enabling Bybit’s next phase of growth and transformation. What You Will Own • Lead the full global HR function across all business units • Partner directly with Founder and leadership team to translate business strategy into organizational strategy • Design and evolve organizational structures, operating models, and talent strategies to support global expansion • Drive global hiring strategy and leadership capability building, ensuring the organization can scale at speed • Establish robust and scalable HR governance, compliance, and risk frameworks across licensed and regulated jurisdictions • Enable deeper market penetration by aligning HR practices with local regulatory requirements and cultural contexts • Build and institutionalize performance, accountability, and leadership standards across the company • Lead organizational transformation initiatives to support Bybit’s vision of becoming a one-stop global financial platform • Implement and scale HR systems, data, and analytics to support decision-making and operational excellence What Success Looks Like • A scalable, high-performance global organization aligned with business strategy • Strong leadership bench with clear succession and capability development • Seamless HR operations across multiple regulated jurisdictions • High-quality hiring outcomes, especially at senior and business-critical levels • Clear performance culture with measurable accountability across teams • HR recognized as a strategic advisor to the business, not a support function What We are Looking for • Proven experience as a senior HR leader in high-growth, global organizations • Strong track record partnering with founders or senior executives to drive business and organizational decisions • Experience across full HR spectrum, including HRBP, TA, OD, C&B, and HR operations • Deep understanding of global expansion, compliance, and regulated environments • Demonstrated ability to build and scale organizations in fast-paced, ambiguous, and high-growth environments • Strong business acumen - able to challenge, advise, and influence leadership decisions • Experience in crypto, fintech, or digital technology environments is highly preferred • Bilingual in English and Mandarin Chinese is required for effective multi-cultural stakeholder management 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.