Paralegal

extra holidays - fully flexible
Work set-up: 
Full Remote
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Experience: 
Entry-level / graduate
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Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Law., Proven experience as a Paralegal., Excellent research, analytical, and organizational skills., Familiarity with ticketing systems like Jira and legal technology automation..

Key responsibilities:

  • Coordinate and manage responses to Due Diligence Questionnaires (DDQs).
  • Maintain and optimize workflows across LRC systems and tools.
  • Support and manage LRC processes, including request handling and SLA monitoring.
  • Ensure data accuracy, compliance, and support reporting and audit activities.

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Kpler Information Technology & Services Startup https://www.kpler.com
501 - 1000 Employees
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Job description

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 toptier intelligence through userfriendly platforms. Our team of over 600 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 cuttingedge 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 DDQ Paralegal 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 crossfunctional input, managing internal and external information requests, and driving process improvements. 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

Responsibilities Due Diligence Coordination
  • Coordinate 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 uptodate templates and document repositories for frequently asked questions and recurring DDQ topics.

  • Responsibilities LRC Systems & Process Management
  • Maintain, update and optimise workflows across LRC systems (e.g., Jira, IronClad,ComplyAdvantage, shared LRC drive).
  • Act as LRC’s SME for Jira ticketing system, ensuring teamwide adoption and consistency.
  • Collaborate with IT and crossfunctional 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.

  • Responsibilities LRC Support & Management
  • Organise and manage support pathways; escalate complex requests to appropriate LRC team members andor any other internalexternal 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.

  • Responsibilities Data & Compliance
  • Maintain a secure and organised database of legal, technical, and compliance documents for efficient DDQ reference.
  • Maintain uptodate templates and document repositories for frequently asked questions and recurring DDQ topics.
  • Ensure data accuracy and integrity across all systems, adhering to internal policies and data protection standards.
  • Support LRC processes including reporting, audit preparation, and access control.

  • Experience and Skills
  • Bachelors degree in Law
  • Knowledge of ITcomputer science is an asset
  • Proven experience as a Paralegal
  • Excellent research, analytical, and organisational skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fastpaced environment
  • “Get up and go” attitude – you will do your best at all times
  • Familiarity with ticketing systems (such as Jira) and basic legal technology automation
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and resolve issues effectively
  • Clear and proactive communication skills in English, both written and verbal, with the ability to support stakeholders across different functions and locations
  • Adaptable, curious and motivated to learn and grow within a collaborative LRC team
  • We are a dynamic company dedicated to nurturing connections and innovating solutions to tackle market challenges headon. If you thrive on customer satisfaction and turning ideas into reality, then you’ve found your ideal destination. Are you ready to embark on this exciting journey with us?

    We make things happen
    We act decisively and with purpose, going the extra mile.

    We build together
    We foster relationships and develop creative solutions to address market challenges.

    We are here to help
    We are accessible and supportive to colleagues and clients with a friendly approach.


    Our People Pledge

    Don’t meet every single requirement? Research shows that women and people of color are less likely than others to apply if they feel like they don’t match 100% of the job requirements. Don’t let the confidence gap stand in your way, we’d love to hear from you! We understand that experience comes in many different forms and are dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team.

    Kpler is committed to providing a fair, inclusive and diverse workenvironment. We believe that different perspectives lead to better ideas, and better ideas allow us to better understand the needs and interests of our diverse, global community. We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives and are an equal opportunity employer.



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    Experience

    Level of experience: Entry-level / graduate
    Industry :
    Information Technology & Services
    Spoken language(s):
    English
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    Other Skills

    • Organizational Skills
    • Tacit Knowledge
    • Detail Oriented
    • Analytical Skills
    • Adaptability
    • Teamwork
    • Communication
    • Problem Solving

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