Senior Product Manager

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Chicago, IL, USA
Hybrid
125K-160K Annually
Senior level
Big Data • Cloud • Information Technology • Legal Tech • Software
A cutting edge cloud based, eDiscovery and eLaw tech company simplifying and innovating the modern litigation process.
The Role
The Senior Product Manager will define the product vision, engage with customers, oversee product development, and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure product success in the legal tech space.
Summary Generated by Built In
Reports To: VP, Product
Compensation Range: 125K - 160K per annum
ABOUT NEXTPOINT
Nextpoint builds transformative software and services for the legal industry - making eDiscovery, case management, and litigation prep simple, fluid, and affordable for law firms of all sizes. Our secure, cloud-based platform lets teams start document review in minutes, backed by powerful analytics, an intuitive interface, and best-in-class security at every point.
We're problem solvers, simplifiers, and challenge seekers, united by a shared goal: a great team culture and satisfied clients. We're headquartered in Chicago's Ravenswood neighborhood and proud to have been named one of Built In's Best Startups to Work for in Chicago five years running (2022-2026).
RESPONSIBILITIES
Product Strategy & Vision (35%)
  • Own the product roadmap for [specific product area: e.g., review platform, processing engine, analytics suite], aligning it with business objectives and customer needs
  • Define and communicate product vision and strategy to stakeholders across the organization
  • Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and threats in the eDiscovery landscape
  • Partner with executive leadership to prioritize initiatives based on business impact, technical feasibility, and market demand
  • Develop business cases and ROI analyses for new product investments

Customer & Market Insights (25%)
  • Engage directly with customers-law firms, corporate legal departments, and service providers-to understand workflows, pain points, and unmet needs
  • Synthesize feedback from sales, customer success, and support teams to inform product decisions
  • Analyze product usage data and customer behavior to identify opportunities for improvement
  • Stay current on eDiscovery industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies (AI/ML, cloud architecture, data privacy)
  • Translate complex legal and technical requirements into clear product specifications

Product Development & Execution (30%)
  • Write detailed user stories, requirements, and acceptance criteria for engineering teams
  • Work closely with engineering and design to scope features, manage trade-offs, and ensure quality delivery
  • Lead agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog grooming, and sprint reviews
  • Make data-driven prioritization decisions and manage scope to meet release commitments
  • Coordinate with QA to define test plans and ensure product quality meets customer expectations
  • Drive successful product launches including GTM planning, training materials, and customer communications

Cross-Functional Leadership (10%)
  • Partner with sales and marketing to develop positioning, messaging, and competitive differentiation
  • Enable customer-facing teams with product training, demos, and sales collateral
  • Collaborate with customer success to ensure smooth onboarding and product adoption
  • Work with professional services to understand implementation patterns and common customization needs
  • Represent the product team in customer meetings, conferences, and industry events

QUALIFICATIONS
  • 5+ years of product management experience in B2B SaaS, with at least 2 years in legal technology, eDiscovery, litigation support, document management, or adjacent domains
  • Bachelor's degree in business, computer science, legal studies, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Deep understanding of eDiscovery workflows including collection, processing, review, analysis, and production
  • Familiarity with eDiscovery platforms and tools (e.g., Relativity, Nuix, Reveal, Logikcull, or similar)
  • Strong technical aptitude with ability to work effectively with engineering teams on complex technical products
  • Demonstrated success taking products from concept through launch and achieving measurable business outcomes
  • Excellent analytical skills with experience using data to inform product decisions
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with ability to influence stakeholders at all levels

BENEFITS & PERKS
  • Competitive pay commensurate with experience
  • Flexible hybrid schedule (2-3 days onsite)
  • Comprehensive health coverage - medical (BCBS PPO and HDHP/HSA options), dental and vision (Guardian)
  • Health, Dependent, and Transit FSA
  • Generous PTO, paid holidays, flexible summer hours, quarterly mental health days, and floating holidays
  • Annual professional development stipend
  • Monthly flexible benefit stipend
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Free in-office lunch Tuesday-Thursday
  • And more!

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Nextpoint is an equal opportunity employer. We actively work to build a diverse team and encourage candidates of all backgrounds - including people of color and LGBTQ+ individuals - to apply. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.
Don't see the right role? Apply anyway - we're always looking for high-performing, curious, entrepreneurially-minded people to grow with us. Check out our client reviews on G2 and Capterra.

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
92 Employees
Year Founded: 2001

What We Do

Nextpoint is the industry leader in delivering cloud-based services for eLaw. Our market leading software and services help legal related organizations conquer their eDiscovery, Litigation and Admin needs. We do this by providing a powerful SaaS platform with world-class support and engagement teams that help hundreds of law firms across the country manage large data sets, identify relevant information via AI and complex searches, and organize evidence to build compelling arguments to support their clients’ interests. Our progressive, customer-focused approach and entrepreneurial spirit has enabled us to remain independent and self-funded and is now fueling our rapid growth. The legal industry is undergoing an exciting transformation as new technologies redefine how data is managed in the cloud, and Nextpoint is leading the way with innovative solutions that meet the needs of this dynamic market.

Why Work With Us

Working at Nextpoint is an entrepreneurial adventure. We take pride in having a friendly, open office life that is relaxed and honest. We enjoy spending time with one another in the office as well as outside of work. We are problem solvers, simplifiers, and challenge seekers, but above all we strive for a happy workplace and satisfied clients.

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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.

We are flexible & believe that individuals should be able to work in the style & manner that best suits their role, life situation, & location.

Typical time on-site: 3 days a week
HQChicago, IL
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