Compliance Associate

Kepler Communications Inc.

. Support administration of Kepler’s Controlled Goods Program, including employee security assessments, applications, renewals, and screening requirements .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeToronto • CanadaMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in compliance management, particularly within the Controlled Goods Program, including the preparation of export and import permit applications and adherence to regulatory frameworks such as ITAR and EAR. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for maintaining accurate records and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

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Controlled Goods Program (CGP) AdministrationExport And Import ComplianceRegulatory Documentation And AuditsSecurity Clearance ManagementAttention To Detail

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Hard Skills

Compliance DocumentationRecords ManagementPermit ApplicationsSecurity AssessmentsTechnical Data ClassificationAudit SupportRegulatory FilingsAccess-Control ProcessesTraining DevelopmentInformation Sharing

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationOrganizational SkillsJudgment And EscalationConfidential Information Handling

Tools & Technologies

AI-Assisted Engineering ToolsEnterprise Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

ITAREARCanadian Export ControlsCustomsSanctionsCompliance FrameworksControlled Information

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support administration of Kepler’s Controlled Goods Program, including employee security assessments, applications, renewals, and screening requirements
Maintain records of authorized individuals, security assessments, training, access permissions, and controlled-goods activities
Support development and implementation of CGP security plans, procedures, training, and internal guidance
Work with Security, IT, People, Facilities, and other teams to maintain controls for controlled goods and related technical data
Assist with CGP inspections, audits, registration renewals, and government information requests
Complete assessment and training to serve as a Designated Official under the CGP
Support Canadian, U.S., and international export- and import-control compliance, including the Export and Import Permits Act, ITAR, and EAR
Gather information to classify goods, software, technology, and technical data
Prepare export and import permit applications, licence requests, agreements, exemptions, and supporting documentation
Review proposed shipments, technology transfers, travel, system access, and information-sharing activities
Monitor deadlines for permits, licences, classifications, screenings, approvals, reporting obligations, and renewals
Assist with compliance reviews, corrective actions, and escalation of potential violations or compliance concerns
Prepare and update policies, procedures, checklists, training materials, and employee guidance
Respond to routine compliance questions and escalate matters requiring legal, regulatory, or technical interpretation
Assist with internal audits, government inspections, document reviews, and regulatory information requests
Conduct research and provide administrative support for licensing, regulatory filings, reporting obligations, and records management
Work closely with Regulatory, Legal, Security, People, Engineering, and Operations teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education or experience in compliance, law, public policy, international affairs, security, business, supply-chain management, engineering, or a related field
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to maintain accurate records and manage recurring deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to appropriately handle confidential, security-sensitive, and controlled information
Ability to interpret established requirements, exercise sound judgment, and recognize when matters should be escalated
Must be able to obtain and hold security clearance
Must pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP)
Demonstrated willingness and ability to leverage AI-assisted engineering and development tools
Exposure to the Canadian Controlled Goods Program, Canadian export controls, customs, sanctions, ITAR, EAR, or another regulated compliance framework
Experience with compliance documentation, personnel screening, records management, audits, permits, licences, or regulatory submissions
Experience working with technical information, engineering teams, enterprise systems, or access-control processes
Eligibility to complete security assessments and screening required to access controlled goods and export-controlled information

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation with a robust equity plan to share in our success
Comprehensive coverage for health, dental, and vision insurance—including dependents
Unlimited vacation
Supportive parental leave policy
Company-wide holiday shutdown
Semi-annual company-wide parties
Frequent in-office team events
Relocation packages available for approved roles
$1,500 annual professional development fund
Fully stocked Toronto office kitchen with snacks, drinks, games and top-notch kitchen appliances
Town Halls, Celebration Calls, and Company-wide events
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