Paralegal

At Kpler, we are dedicated to helping our clients navigate complex markets with ease. By simplifying global trade information and providing valuable insights, we empower organisations to make informed decisions in commodities, energy, and maritime sectors.

Since our founding in 2014, we have focused on delivering top-tier intelligence through user-friendly platforms. Our team of over 700 experts from 35+ countries works tirelessly to transform intricate data into actionable strategies, ensuring our clients stay ahead in a dynamic market landscape. Join us to leverage cutting‑edge innovation for impactful results and experience unparalleled support on your journey to success.

As Kpler continues to scale, the requirement to build strong and efficient processes is essential to delivering a seamless experience for our Legal, Risk & Compliance (LRC) function. We are seeking a US Compliance Specialist to manage and streamline our due diligence response process while supporting the ongoing optimisation of LRC systems, tools, and workflows.

You will play a key role in strengthening the operational backbone of the LRC team - taking ownership of DDQ responses, coordinating cross‑functional input, managing internal and external information requests, and driving process improvements, ensuring maintenance of accurate legal, compliance and corporate information. You will also support systems administration and ensure consistent compliance with regulatory and investor requirements.

Your work will enable scalability and ensure a smooth, responsive experience for internal teams and external stakeholders globally to meet the expectations of a fast‑growing, global organisation.

• Coordinate with the other Compliance team members the completion of Due Diligence Questionnaires (DDQs), including those with technical and cybersecurity inquiries, collaborating with relevant departments (IT, Engineering, LRC).
• Assist in gathering, organising, and formatting responses to DDQs, ensuring accurate and compliant responses to technical questions.
• Maintain up‑to‑date templates and document repositories for frequently asked questions and recurring DDQ topics.

• Support compliance with applicable US federal, state and public sector requirements, including maintaining accurate representations for government and regulated customers.
• Manage and maintain Kpler’s SAM.gov registration, including entity information updates, representations and certifications, and annual renewals.
• Conduct research and support compliance efforts related to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and other applicable public procurement frameworks (e.g., DFARS, agency‑specific requirements), under the supervision of the Legal team.
• Assist with DDQs, RFPs, and customer requests involving US government, public sector, or regulated entities, ensuring accuracy and consistency of legal and compliance information.

• Maintain, update and optimise workflows across LRC systems (e.g., Jira, Iron Clad, Comply Advantage, shared LRC drive) with the other Paralegal.
• Jointly support and maintain the LRC Jira ticketing system with the other Paralegal, ensuring consistent usage, continuity of service, and appropriate coverage across time zones.
• Collaborate with IT and cross‑functional teams to troubleshoot challenges and implement system improvements.
• Manage user access and permissions across LRC platforms, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
• Identify opportunities to automate, simplify and scale processes across the LRC function.

• Organise and manage support pathways; elevate complex requests to appropriate LRC team members and/or any other internal/external stakeholders.
• Respond to initial queries (e.g., policies, systems, workflows) and ensure efficient request resolution through Jira, centralised inbox or designated slack channels.
• Monitor ticket resolution times and maintain SLA performance standards, providing insights for continuous improvement.

• Conduct legal and compliance research on applicable laws, regulations,…