What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Product Manager position at Nextpoint?
Reports To: VP, Product
Compensation Range: 156,000-191,000 /year
Hybrid in Chicago office (2-3 days/week)
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
8 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.
Compensation Range: 156,000-191,000 /year
Hybrid in Chicago office (2-3 days/week)
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
8 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.
Salary : $156,000 - $191,000