Senior Software Product Manager

Department: Product
Location: Hybrid (WeWork Waterloo/Remote)
Salary Range: Competitive, commensurate with experience

About Us

Avvoka is a leading legal technology company specializing in document automation. Our platform empowers law firms and in-house legal teams to draft, negotiate, and manage contracts more efficiently. We’re trusted by top names in the industry, enabling major deals with magic circle law firms like Allen & Overy, helping McDonald's open new chains, and licensing popular franchises with HBO and Sony. Our team is dedicated to transforming the world of contracts, balancing innovation with a sense of humour in an inclusive, collaborative culture. We’re growing quickly, evolving from a start-up to a scale-up with 20% growth in headcount and over 70% revenue growth in the past year. Join us to push the boundaries of legal technology and help redefine how the world contracts.

Who You Are

You are a seasoned Senior Software Product Manager with at least 5+ years of experience in B2B SaaS product management, preferably in a scale-up environment. You have a strong track record of delivering impactful customer-facing features, working closely with engineers, and engaging directly with clients. You thrive in fast-paced environments, balancing strategic vision with hands-on execution. With experience leading product teams, you’re ready to mentor and manage a team while driving forward innovation, customer success, and business growth. You will report directly to the founders of the company.

Key Responsibilities

1. Product Strategy

• Help drive product strategy in alignment with business goals and customer needs.
• Conduct market research, competitor analysis, and customer feedback assessments to identify new opportunities.
• Iterate and communicate a compelling product roadmap to internal and external stakeholders.

2. Product Development & Execution

• Collaborate with CS, engineering, marketing, and sales teams to prioritise and deliver high-impact, customer-facing features.
• Own the product development lifecycle, from concept to launch (including specification writing), ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Implement data-driven decision-making processes, leveraging analytics and customer insights.

3. Leadership & Line Management

• Directly manage and mentor two Product Managers (with growth in the team to come), providing guidance, support, and career development.
• Foster a high-performing, customer-centric product culture within the team and across teams.
• Advocate for best practices in product development and continuous improvement.

4. Customer & Stakeholder Engagement

• Engage with customers, partners, and internal teams on calls/meetings to gather insights and validate product decisions.
• Work closely with Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success to ensure product-market fit and adoption.
• Serve as a key spokesperson for the product, presenting at industry events and client meetings.

5. Operational Excellence & Scaling

• Optimize product workflows, ensuring scalable processes that support business growth.
• Develop and refine key performance metrics to track product success and inform future improvements.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes affecting the product landscape.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate will have:

• 5+ years of B2B SaaS product management experience, ideally in a scale-up environment.
• A strong track record of developing customer-facing features and engaging directly with clients.
• Experience working closely with engineers and cross-functional teams.
• Experience managing and mentoring team members, fostering professional growth.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A strategic mindset, coupled with hands-on execution skills.
• Proven ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-moving environment.
• Data-driven decision-making skills, with proficiency in product analytics tools.

The desirable candidate will have:

• Experience in legaltech, fintech, or enterprise SaaS.
• Familiarity with contract automation, AI-driven workflows, or document technology.
• Exposure to working in a startup or scale-up environment.
• Knowledge of agile methodologies and product discovery techniques.

Why Join Us?

At Avvoka, you'll work at the forefront of legal technology, shaping the future of contract automation. Join us to make a meaningful impact in a fast-growing company that values innovation, collaboration, and career development.