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Financial Research Analyst

Bybit
Abu Dhabi, UAEPosted 4mo ago

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Location
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Level
Mid-level
Function
Research

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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.

Financial Research Analyst (Crypto Assets)

Location Requirement: This role is based in Abu Dhabi. Candidates should be open to relocation and working in an international, fast-paced environment.

 

Responsibilities

  • Lead research and analysis of crypto asset projects across the U.S. and APAC markets, systematically evaluating project credibility, technological moat, business model, user adoption, and ecosystem potential.
  • Conduct independent due diligence on potential listing candidates and produce structured research reports to support listing decisions with data-driven insights and professional judgment.
  • Closely monitor regulatory developments in the U.S. (including SEC and CFTC) as well as major APAC jurisdictions such as Singapore, Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea, and Australia, assessing the impact of compliance and policy risks on project valuation and market positioning.
  • Build and maintain comprehensive project evaluation frameworks covering tokenomics, on-chain data analysis, competitor benchmarking, and market positioning.
  • Track capital flows, institutional activity, market sentiment, and emerging sectors in target markets, and regularly deliver market intelligence and strategic insight reports.

 

Requirements

Education & Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or above in Computer Science, Finance, Accounting, Data Analytics, or related disciplines.
  • Relevant certifications such as Securities Qualification or equivalent are preferred.

Professional Experience

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in crypto research, equity research, corporate finance, investment analysis, venture capital, or M&A.
  • Prior experience with financial institutions, exchanges, venture capital firms, or research organizations in the U.S. or APAC markets (especially Singapore or Hong Kong) is highly preferred.

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong learning agility with the ability to stay current on rapidly evolving industry trends and form independent investment or market views.
  • Able to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment with strong execution and analytical capabilities.
  • Fluent in both English and Mandarin Chinese.

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.

Source & provenanceThis job is published by Bybit on their own careers site (20 May 2026) and aggregated by RWA Signal.View original posting

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