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Business Development Assistant

Bybit

Fully Remote
LATAM - Remote
Worldwide
US hours

Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants

This fully remote full time position at Bybit is open worldwide, so South Africans can apply. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa — whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.

Job Description

<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>About Us</strong></p>
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<div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-XCikdRR2xoZIjdxtCKcuOflrs8d">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.</div>
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<div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-X5EbdOwvMoYuOmxQBbuueUEDsDd">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.</div>
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<div class="ace-line ace-line old-record-id-RMHkdm4bPo66l3xMVO8ui1o8sle">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.</div>
</div></div><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p>
<p><strong>*Pls kindly note this role has no base salary, it's commission based</strong></p>
<p>We are looking for a internationally minded Regional Business Development Assistant to drive the expansion of Bybit’s payments ecosystem across LATAM and emerging global corridors. This role will focus on community building, merchant acquisition, local payment partnerships, and strategic growth initiatives for Bybit Pay, Card, and Fiat channels.</p>
<p>The ideal candidate has deep experience in payments, fintech, or crypto, strong local market understanding, and a proven track record of driving regional growth.</p>
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<p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p>
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<li>Support market expansion for Bybit Pay across LATAM, building and owning the full growth pipeline</li>
<li>Acquire and manage merchants, payment gateways, fintech partners, Web3 projects, community leaders, and other growth channels.</li>
<li>Drive the end-to-end BD cycle: market mapping, lead generation, pitching, negotiation, and partnership execution.</li>
<li>Collaborate with internal teams (Product, Card, Fiat Channels, Compliance, Payments Ops, Marketing) to activate and scale payment use cases.</li>
<li>Develop regional GTM strategies and identify high-potential payment corridors for crypto-to-fiat and fiat-to-crypto flows.</li>
<li>Support cross-border payment products, including settlement channels, payout solutions, and merchant integrations.</li>
<li>Provide market intelligence, partner feedback, and competitive analysis to optimize product direction.</li>
<li>Represent Bybit in industry events, conferences, and ecosystem partnerships.</li>
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<p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>1+ years of experience in payments / fintech / PSP / acquiring / merchant growth / crypto BD.</li>
<li>Long-term overseas work or study experience (must-have).</li>
<li>Strong understanding of local payment rails, fiat/crypto conversion flows, card programs, and merchant needs.</li>
<li>Demonstrated success in driving regional growth or launching payment products in multiple markets.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and thrive in fast-paced, high-ownership environments.</li>
<li>Native local language proficiency + strong English communication skills.</li>
<li>Network across fintech, Web3, PSPs, acquirers, or merchant ecosystems is highly preferred.</li>
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<p><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></p>
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<li>Understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements for payments and cross-border movement.</li>
<li>Background working in global remote teams.</li>
<li>Prior experience with crypto exchanges, payment gateways, or card programs.</li>
</ul><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong>Why Join Us</strong><br>At Bybit, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching work environment.&nbsp;<br>Our benefits include:<br>- Study Growth Fund: We support your professional development and continuous learning.<br>- Internal Events: Participate in regular team-building activities, workshops, and events designed to promote collaboration and innovation.<br>- Global Collaboration: Be part of a diverse, international team, working alongs

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About Bybit

Bybit is a company in the Big Data industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 8 open positions on Hirezar. View all Bybit jobs →