Legal Assistant, Intellectual Property

About Rimini Street, Inc.

Rimini Street, Inc. (Nasdaq: RMNI), a Russell 2000® Company, is a global provider of end-to-end enterprise software support, products and services, the leading third-party support provider for Oracle and SAP software and a Salesforce and AWS partner. The Company has operations globally and offers a comprehensive family of unified solutions to run, manage, support, customize, configure, connect, protect, monitor, and optimize enterprise application, database, and technology software, and enables clients to achieve better business outcomes, significantly reduce costs and reallocate resources for innovation. To date, over 5,500 Fortune 500, Fortune Global 100, midmarket, public sector, and other organizations from a broad range of industries have relied on Rimini Street as their trusted enterprise software solutions provider. To learn more, please visit riministreet.com, and connect with Rimini Street on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn. (IR-RMNI)

We are actively seeking a Legal Assistant, Intellectual Property. This is a remote position and can be based anywhere is the U.S.

Position Summary

Under the principal direction of the GVP & Deputy General Counsel, IP, the Legal Assistant will be a key team member of the Legal department’s Intellectual Property team. Responsibilities include monitoring and managing workflow and assignments in ticketing system(s) and contract management system, validate redlined and executed contracts, route and track contracts and legal documents through electronic signature process and contract repositories, performing general office tasks (such as calendaring, docketing, filings, and budget tracking), and coordinating other legal administrative activities, as assigned. The position requires performance of assignments with a high degree of responsibility within the Legal department.

The successful candidate will possess the ability to work efficiently and independently; manage high volumes of tasks and projects; react with appropriate urgency to situations and events that require a quick response or turnaround; and think creatively and be proactive in solving problems that affect people within the group or other related groups. The candidate will also be client-service oriented, has great attention to detail while still meeting tight deadlines, has great organization skills, and the ability to easily switch gears. A high level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion in handling confidential information, as well as the ability to work well with people at all levels inside and outside the company, is essential.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Work closely with a team of in-house counsel, paralegals and other legal professionals in a variety of activities related to contracting and conducting business with clients, suppliers, and strategic partners.
• With direction: Assist with managing workflow and assignments in ticketing system(s) and contract management system(s) - validate redlined and executed contracts - prepare executables for signature from validated contracts - route and track contracts and legal documents through electronic signature process - update trackers - periodically updating records of the patent and trademark portfolio for attorney review and contacting outside counsel for updates
• Assist in maintaining contracts template library and storing executed contracts
• Maintain organized electronic and physical (as applicable) Legal files and records, including processing additions to and assisting in research of such files and records
• Maintain internal IP team repositories and trackers
• Assist with special administrative projects, as assigned
• Word processing and other general administrative tasks
  
  

Education & Certification

• Associate’s degree, certificate program or equivalent practical experience
• Bachelor’s degree is a plus
  
  

Experience

• 2+ years of experience at a law firm or in-house legal department is desirable
• Experience in an administrative professional role is a plus
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, ServiceNow and Smartsheet software is a plus
  
  

Skills & Characteristics

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Superior grammar, editing and proofreading skills
• Highly skilled at MS Office Suite (especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Experience working with ticketing systems, contract management systems, electronic signature software and PDF reader software
• Tech savvy
• Eager self-starter with a demonstrated ability to maintain focus and acute attention to detail, even when undertaking routine tasks - Fast learner who is able and willing to follow and master new processes and software applications
• Interact enthusiastically and professionally with all levels of personnel internally and externally
• Work both independently and collaboratively in a team
• Manage multiple tasks with varying priorities with a “can do” attitude and collegial, collaborative tone
• Ability to adapt and prioritize effectively in “real time” when faced with competing demands and deadlines
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient in time management and organization
• Flexible work schedule
• Friendly demeanor and positive attitude
  
  

Why Rimini Street?

Rimini Street Inc. is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable Federal, State, and Local Laws regarding recruitment and hiring.

Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable Federal, State, or Local laws. Rimini Street Inc. offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to employees. Compensation is based on role, location, and level of applicable experience.

Rimini’s target pay for each position is available upon request during the applicant’s Interview process.

The general salary range for this type of role is 50k - 62,500k depending on skills and experience.

Benefits for US employees include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) program
• Generous Paid time off (PTO)
  
  

We are looking for talented, passionate people to help us build our future at Rimini Street. We hire only the best, the most extraordinary professionals and provide compensation, bonuses, and benefits to match the skills of our top-performing team members. Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy growing together, and get excited about learning new skills? Are you looking for an opportunity to make a true impact as part of a team of extraordinary professionals? This is the place for you.

Our work is challenging and meaningful. We start and end each day with a sense of achievement and purpose guided by our core values, the Four Cs:

• Company
• We dream big and innovate boldly.
  
  

• Colleagues
• We work with extraordinary people who create a culture of mutual respect and collaboration.
  
  

• Clients
• We relentlessly pursue solutions that help clients achieve their goals. Our unmatched client care is rooted in our passion for exceptional service.
  
  

• Community
• We believe in leaving the world a better place than we found it. With the Rimini Street Foundation, we’ve made positive impacts in six continents for over 425 charities.
  

Accelerating Company Growth

• Nasdaq-listed under ticker symbol RMNI since October 2017
• Over 5,300 signed clients, including over 180 of the Fortune 500 and Global 100 companies
• Over 2,000 team members in 23 countries
• US and international recognition for industry leadership and philanthropic efforts. See all of our awards and recognitions here: https://www.riministreet.com/company/awards/
  
  

Rimini Street is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To learn more about how Rimini Street is redefining the enterprise software support industry, visit http://www.riministreet.com

Please Note: Rimini Street does not accept resumes submitted by recruiting/staffing firms unless specifically requested by Human Resources. Unsolicited resumes will be ineligible for referral fees.