Manager, Product Development

Company ProfileJoin one of the fastest growing companies in Canada LawDepot is proud to be a seven-time Growth 500 ranked organization and a major player in the Global legal solutions industry. Our mission is to modernize the legal document creation experience by empowering people with fast, easy-to-use, and professional solutions. With over ten million satisfied customers worldwide, over two million monthly website visitors, and billions of dollars saved on legal fees, you will be joining a team that is truly making a difference. At LawDepot, we foster a collaborative and inclusive learning culture that values excellence and diversity. Apply today and become a part of our exciting journeyPosition OverviewLawDepot is currently expanding and looking to recruit a Product Development Manager in Edmonton, Alberta. Working with the UX Optimization team, you will be responsible for leading a group of Product Specialists driving usability and conversion improvements, guiding the team’s growth, and ensuring projects deliver measurable business impact. This is a full-time permanent position, working 37.5 hours per week in a hybrid work environment.Primary ResponsibilitiesLead a team of Product Specialists working to improve product questionnaires that allow users to customize legal documents without needing a lawyerDevelop innovative strategies for increasing user engagement, retention, and overall product performancePlan, prioritize, and manage quarterly project plans, balancing usability improvements and conversion optimization goalsTrain, coach, and mentor team members to foster a high-performance, growth-oriented cultureCollaborate with our Legal, Design, Development, Revenue Operations and QA departments to strategize conversion optimization projects for the teamEnsure that projects move smoothly through all phases of the product development processProactively identify and remove blockers to keep projects on track and teams productiveAdjust project plans to align with evolving business needs and prioritiesUse data analysis and user insights to identify opportunities for product refinement and improve key performance indicatorsEvaluate the viability of potential projects, services, and featuresSupport team growth by preparing hiring requests, interviewing, and onboarding new hiresDrive team workflow improvements and document best practicesKnowledge and Skill RequirementsPost-secondary education in Communications, Writing, Business, Marketing, Library Information Science, Cognitive Psychology, Design, Law, or other relevant fieldsProven experience successfully leading and developing teamsAbility to provide and receive clear and effective coaching and feedbackAbility to successfully manage complex projects and deliver in alignment with key performance indicatorsDemonstrated ability to adapt to an evolving business environment, balancing short-term challenges with a strategic focus on long-term growthExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to communicate complicated information in a succinct way that all stakeholders can understandHighly organized, with strong attention to detailAbility to recognize potential opportunities and innovative conceptsUnderstanding of consumer psychology, online marketing, and conversion optimizationQuality decision making and sound judgementSolid grasp on User Experience (UX) writingWhy You Should Join the LawDepot TeamExcellent total compensation packageComprehensive health and dental benefits, plus an additional Health Care Spending / Personal Spending AccountGreat work life balance (37.5 hour work weeks, flexible schedules, ability to bank hours)Three weeks paid vacation, plus bonus personal daysContinuous learning opportunities, including LinkedIn Learning subscriptions and training budgetsCompany share planFree catered lunches for the entire officeMonthly social events for team members to enjoy (think axe throwing, rock climbing, board games, food trucks, trivia contests, and charitable activities)Casual work environmentPersonal offices for focused work and to have your individual space (plus collaborative workspaces for when you want to meet with the team)Free and easily accessible parkingSouthgate Mall, Whyte Ave, and Calgary Trail restaurants are only minutes awayHybrid working arrangements for that balance between getting work done at home and engaging with others in the officeHow to ApplyPlease submit a resume and cover letter by email to career@lawdepot.ca or submit online via our Careers page at https://www.lawdepot.ca/careerWe thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr