VP, Product
Chicago, IL
Full Time
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Who We are and what We Offer at Nextpoint
Nextpoint delivers transformative software and services for all law-kind. Our award-winning team is 100% focused on making it simple, fluid, and affordable for law firms of all sizes to win the day with streamlined ediscovery workflows, simplified case management, and best-in-class security at every point. Our secure, cloud-based solution lets teams begin document review in minutes with powerful data analytics tools, a user-friendly interface, and collaborative access from anywhere. Innovative case prep and presentation features exceed expectations of what smart eLaw software can do.
We’re problem solvers, simplifiers, and challenge seekers united by a shared goal: fostering a happy workplace and delivering great results for our clients. At Nextpoint, we value innovation, creativity, diversity, and initiative, thriving in a tech-forward environment where our team enjoys coming to work. If you love taking on new challenges, Nextpoint is the perfect place for you to grow and be rewarded.
Where and How You Can Work
Ravenswood is the home to our headquarters in Chicago, Illinois. We take pride in having a friendly, open office environment that is relaxed and honest. As a flexible-first organization, this role requires the VP, Product to be onsite at the office or meeting with clients two to three days a week. Remote consideration is possible for the right candidate.
ABOUT NEXTPOINT
Nextpoint is a pioneer in legal technology and a market leader in cloud-based eDiscovery and trial solutions, serving hundreds of law firms, corporations, and government agencies. As we experience significant growth, we're seeking visionary talent to help chart our path forward. Our platform helps attorneys manage large data sets, identify relevant information, and organize the evidence to build compelling arguments to support their clients' interests. The legal industry is undergoing an exciting transformation as AI and other new technologies redefine how law firms operate and serve their clients. Nextpoint is not just adapting to change - we're driving innovation. We're looking for forward-thinking leaders who can help shape our strategic direction and accelerate the development of cutting-edge solutions that will continue to meet the evolving needs of this dynamic market.
POSITION OVERVIEW
As VP of Product, you will be a key member of our senior leadership team, responsible for setting and executing our product vision and strategy. You'll lead a talented team of product managers, designers, technical program and project managers and work closely with engineering, sales, services, and customer success teams, and play a crucial role in driving our next phase of growth. This role requires a unique blend of business acumen, technical depth, legal industry knowledge, and leadership skills.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Leadership
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Define and communicate a compelling product vision that aligns with company goals and market needs
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Develop and execute a comprehensive product strategy and roadmap for our legal technology solutions
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Partner with the executive team to shape company strategy and ensure product alignment
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Maintain comprehensive knowledge of legal technology trends, the competitive landscape, and emerging opportunities
Product Organization Leadership
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Build upon, mentor, and lead a high-performing product organization
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Establish effective product development processes, metrics, and best practices
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Drive product planning, prioritization, and execution using data-driven frameworks
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Oversee product lifecycle from concept to launch, including feature prioritization, release management, and post-launch evaluation and refinement
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Balance competing priorities, including customer acquisition, revenue expansion, and platform stability
Cross-Functional Collaboration
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Work with Engineering leadership to ensure successful product development and on-time delivery
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Align with Sales and Marketing to develop and support their go-to-market strategies
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Partner with our services organization to enable efficient service delivery and growth in revenue
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Collaborate with Client Success personnel and other subject matter experts to gather feedback from internal teams and clients
Customer and Market Focused
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Develop deep understanding of legal professionals' changing workflows, pain points, and needs
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Establish strong relationships with key customers and stakeholders in the legal industry
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Serve as a product evangelist both internally and externally
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Represent the voice of the customer throughout the organization
Innovative Leadership
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Identify opportunities to leverage emerging technologies like AI, automation, and new cloud computing technologies in the legal space
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Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the product organization
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Balance innovation with practical execution to deliver value to customers
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Lead the evaluation and integration of relevant technologies through build/buy/partner decisions
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Guide the evolution of product architecture to support future growth and capabilities
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Experience and Skills
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10+ years of product management experience, with at least 5 years in leadership roles
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Proven track record building and scaling B2B SaaS products from mid-market to enterprise-level ARR
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Experience leading and growing high-performing product teams
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Strong understanding of software development practices and technologies
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Exceptional strategic thinking and analytical skills
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Outstanding communication skills with experience presenting complex ideas to C-level executives, investors, industry leaders, and customers
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience with or exposure to legal technology, or adjacent industries (litigation support, document management, legal operations)
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Knowledge of legal workflows, e-discovery processes, and regulatory requirements
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Experience with incorporating AI technologies in product offerings
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Background working with a range of corporate customers from SMBs to enterprises
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Prior experience in a fast-growing technology company
Personal Attributes
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Visionary leadership with ability to inspire teams
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Customer-centric mindset with genuine empathy for legal professionals’ daily challenges
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Data-driven decision maker
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Excellent prioritization and resource allocation skills
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Strategic thinker who can also roll up sleeves for tactical execution
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Comfort with ambiguity and ability to navigate complex problems
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Natural collaborator with strong influence skills across all organizational levels
What We Offer
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Competitive salary that scales with your experience and impact
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Comprehensive health coverage
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Flexible hybrid schedule (2-3 days in-person), generous PTO, paid holidays, flexible summer hours, and quarterly mental health days
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Psychologically safe, inclusive culture with collaborative, innovation-driven teams where everyone belongs
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Opportunity to transform an essential industry through cutting-edge technology while working with leading legal organizations and top-tier professionals
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Continuous benefit improvements based on team feedback - because supporting your success drives ours
Don’t just take our word for it that we’re awesome!
Equal Opportunity Employer
Nextpoint is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to foster a diverse workplace, actively seeking to recruit, retain and promote people of color and LBGTQ+ candidates. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. If you are interested in our company we encourage you to apply even if you do not see an applicable job description, as we are growing fast and are always on the lookout for high performing, curious, entrepreneurial-minded individuals to join our team!
Salary Range: $200,000-275,000
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