Why Work Here
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Headquarters is in Charlotte, NC
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Recently expanded to nearshore
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isolved ranked for SMB Payroll in 2023 Sapient Report
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Voted top places to work in USA 2023
Summary/objective
The Associate Product Manager - Suite Experience (APM) is an entry point into the product management track, designed for individuals transitioning from business analysis or early in their product career. The APM owns sprint-level execution while learning how to think strategically about roadmap planning, customer problems, and product vision. APMs are expected to work closely with engineering, UX, and their GPM to deliver value efficiently and consistently. In teams without a dedicated BA, the APM also owns user story documentation, backlog management, and feature readiness.
Core Job Duties
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Collaborate with GPM to shape product vision, goals, and quarterly outcomes
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Own backlog grooming, story writing, and sprint planning in partnership with engineering
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Use AI tools and Figma to draft early concepts, flows, and requirement summaries
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Define and refine user stories and acceptance criteria
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Partner with UX and QA for design reviews and test validation
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Track feature progress and assist with go-to-market readiness (release notes, internal training)
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Participate in customer and stakeholder interviews led by GPMs
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Contribute to documentation, user guides, and org readiness materials
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Be a flexible and supportive team member, assisting with other responsibilities as they arise.
Job Complexity
A seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of area of specialization. Emerging understanding of broader organizational context and goals. Resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways. This job is the fully qualified, career-oriented, journey- level position.
Interaction
Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
Networks
with senior internal and external personnel in
own area of expertise.
Supervision
Normally receives little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments.
Experience
Typically requires a minimum of 3-5 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or equivalent work experience.
Minimum Qualifications
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3+ years of experience defining detailed technical user stories and use cases
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3+ years of product management experience.
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Familiarity with Azure DevOps, AirFocus, and agile development workflows
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Experience or interest in AI prompting for specs, analysis, or prototyping
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Basic UX sensibility; ability to collaborate on wireframes and flows using Figma or similar tools
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Excellent written, verbal, and PowerPoint communication
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Understanding of data, dependencies, and integration workflows is a plus
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High level of adaptability and ability to thrive in fast-paced, evolving work environment by quickly adjusting to shifting priorities, embracing change and maintaining productivity under pressure
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Proactive, self-starter looking to grow into a strategic product role
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Highly collaborative individual who is not afraid to ask questions or challenge ideas respectfully
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Growth mindset with openness to feedback and commitment to continuous improvement
Growth Path
Following 12-18 months of consistent execution, exposure to roadmap planning, and demonstrated leadership in cross-functional collaboration, the APM may be eligible to advance to Product Manager (PM).
Physical Demands
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds.
Travel Required
Yes, up to 15% of domestic travel may be required.
Work Authorization
Employee must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
About isolved®
isolved is a leading provider of human capital management (HCM) solutions that combines modern technology with expert services and support. Purpose-built for People Heroes™, isolved gives HR, payroll and benefits leaders the tools and insights to streamline operations and deliver employee experiences that matter. isolved People Cloud™ is a connected HCM platform with built-in artificial intelligence (AI) and analytics that brings together HR, payroll, benefits, workforce management and talent management in one experience. Built on a legacy of 40 years in the market, isolved is trusted by more than 200,000 employers and used by 9 million U.S. employees, representing about one in 20 American workers. Visit www.isolvedhcm.com.
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