Corporate Counsel, Innovation (AI)

About Rimini Street, Inc.

Rimini Street, Inc. (Nasdaq: RMNI), a Russell 2000® Company, is a proven, trusted global provider of end-to-end, mission-critical enterprise software support, managed services and innovative Agentic AI ERP solutions, and is the leading third-party support provider for Oracle, SAP and VMware software.

Our comprehensive portfolio of unified solutions help run, manage, support, customize, configure, connect, protect, monitor, and optimize enterprise application, database and technology software, enabling our clients to achieve better business outcomes, significantly reduce costs and reallocate resources towards strategic projects.

The Company has signed thousands of contracts with Fortune Global 100, Fortune 500, midmarket, public sector and government organizations who selected Rimini Street as their trusted, proven mission-critical enterprise software solutions provider and achieved better operational outcomes, realized billions of US dollars in savings and funded AI and other innovation investments.

We are actively seeking a Corporate Counsel, Innovation. The role will report directly to the GVP & Deputy General Counsel, IP, Privacy and Security.  The Corporate Counsel, Innovation will be based in the US and may work from a remote office.  

Position Summary

The Corporate Counsel, Innovation will be responsible for working closely with our Innovation Solutions, AI Governance Committee, Product Lines and other engineering and product-related departments during concept, development and execution of new products and processes to implement the company's product and infrastructure technology strategies; determining best practices for compliance with intellectual property rights of third-parties, AI laws and privacy and security laws; researching and drafting internal processes and policies; and providing internal training and oversight in partnership with other departments.

The Corporate Counsel, Innovation will also be responsible for intellectual property, AI law, and privacy and security counsel and support in collaboration with other Legal department teams; drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide variety of contracts, including inbound and outbound licensing agreements, strategic partnerships, data protection agreements, and other agreements; other general corporate law functions and advice based on the company’s needs.

The position will work with the Director and Managing Counsel, Intellectual Property and Director and Managing Counsel, Privacy and Security.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Work closely with our Innovation Solutions, AI Governance Committee, Product Lines and other engineering and product-related departments during concept, development and execution of new products and processes.
• Determine best practices for the company’s usage of AI technologies.
• Counsel on compliance with intellectual property rights of third parties, AI laws, privacy and security laws and provide internal training and oversight in partnership with other departments.
• Research and draft internal processes and policies relating to intellectual property, AI laws, and privacy and security in partnership with other departments.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of contracts, including license agreements, strategic partnerships, data protection agreements, and counsel on customer agreements and licensing in collaboration with Regional Legal department teams.
• Conduct legal/technical review of marketing and technical documentation.
• Interact with other Legal department members, company employees, outside counsel and opposing counsel.
• Perform other general law functions and provide other general law advice as needed.
• Provide other support to the Legal department as needed.
• Occasional domestic and international travel may be required.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school and current licensure to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Technological/engineering/computer science undergraduate degree or equivalent experience.

Experience

• Transactional or litigation legal practice, preferably in one or more of the following areas: intellectual property – patent/copyright/software licensing, AI or privacy and security.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience advising on both US and global, intellectual property, privacy and security laws, regulations, and standards.
• Proven track record of advancing sophisticated projects.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Strategic problem solver with excellent legal and business judgment including demonstrated experience assessing information for risk mitigation opportunities.
• A meticulous, business-friendly teammate who can think creatively.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with a great sense of humor and commitment to professionalism.
• Experience working collaboratively and effectively with cross-functional teams.

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.

The general salary range for this type of role is 150k - 190k depending on skills and experience. The actual compensation offered will ultimately be based on several factors such as: a candidate's location, and the level of applicable skills and professional experience. Rimini’s target pay for each position is available upon request during the applicant’s Interview process.

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 6,300+ signed contracts to date, including 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.