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Lead Product Manager

Lead Product Manager

The LaSalle NetworkChicago, IL, US
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Lead Product Manager

LaSalle Network has partnered with an innovative and fast-growing startup company looking to bring a Lead Product Manager onto their team. This is a high-impact opportunity for a strategic, execution-focused leader who thrives in fast-paced, ambiguous environments and is ready to help shape the future of a growing product organization.

As Lead Product Manager, you'll work directly with the CEO and senior leadership to translate vision into actionable strategy, guide product direction, and ensure cross-functional teams are aligned and delivering value. You'll also mentor and collaborate with another Product Manager who owns specific areas of the platform.

What You'll Do

  • Lead product strategy and execution : Drive product initiatives from concept to launch, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer needs.
  • Translate vision into action : Refine high-level, creative input into clear, executable product strategies and roadmaps.
  • Own and evolve the roadmap : Define priorities, set timelines, and communicate plans across teams and stakeholders.
  • Guide cross-functional teams : Partner closely with engineering, design, and leadership to manage deliverables and ensure timely execution.
  • Mentor product team members : Provide guidance and support to other Product Managers, fostering collaboration and consistency.
  • Champion the customer : Use research, interviews, and analytics to ensure we're solving real problems and delivering meaningful value.
  • Measure impact : Define KPIs, track performance, and iterate based on data and feedback.

What We're Looking For

  • 6+ years of product management experience, with demonstrated leadership and ownership of strategic product initiatives.
  • Proven ability to execute in unstructured environmentsyou know how to move forward even when things are unclear.
  • Strong communication and emotional intelligenceable to navigate high-energy interactions with professionalism and confidence.
  • Comfortable pushing back on "moonshot" ideas and setting realistic timelines.
  • Experience with web, desktop, and / or mobile applications.
  • Familiarity with Agile methodologies (flexibility over rigidity).
  • Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach and a bias toward action.
  • Bonus Points

  • Experience with tools like Jira, Confluence, or similar.
  • Background in a technical role or hands-on familiarity with software development.
  • This is a full-time, onsite position based in downtown Chicago. The role offers a base salary of $120,000$140,000, depending on experience, along with a discretionary annual bonus. Employees receive 13 paid holidays and 2 weeks of PTO. Candidates may be required to sign an NDA prior to submittal. If you are interested in this position and meet the qualifications, please apply today.

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