Junior Product Manager, New York

Lab49 is seeking an enthusiastic Junior Product Manager to support the development and delivery of innovative product solutions for our clients. In this exciting role, you will assist in managing product initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and supporting the execution of product roadmaps. You’ll have the opportunity to learn and grow in a dynamic, agile environment while contributing to the success of enterprise-level transformations.

• Assist in defining and executing product strategies, focusing on delivering scalable, high-impact solutions that align with business goals.
• Collaborate with engineering, UX, and business teams to prioritize tasks and help deliver product roadmaps.
• Support the product lifecycle, from discovery to delivery, ensuring products meet technical and business requirements.
• Assist in translating business needs into actionable product features and maintain clear communication between technical and non-technical teams.
• Help drive the execution of technical transformations with a focus on enterprise-level scalability.

• 5 years of experience in product management, ideally with exposure to agile methodologies and cross-functional teamwork.
• Strong understanding of the product lifecycle and experience with technical product strategy.
• Familiarity with managing product development cycles and ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Experience working with engineering, UX, and business teams to deliver products that meet user needs and technical feasibility.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to interact with diverse teams and leadership.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to use data to drive product decisions and improve performance.

• Product mindset with a focus on hypothesis-driven development and continuous iteration based on data and user feedback.
• Experience working with engineering and UX teams to deliver user-centered, technically sound solutions.
• Proficiency in product roadmapping, prioritizing features, and aligning product initiatives with overall business goals.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies (backlog management, sprint planning, iterative delivery) and a commitment to delivering quality products on time.
• Strong data analysis skills, with the ability to measure and assess product performance for ongoing improvement.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to keep teams aligned and ensure smooth execution of product strategies.

Lab49 is a specialist strategy, design, and technology consulting company dedicated to the financial services industry. We were founded in 2002 to fill a need in the Financial Technology marketplace for high-end execution and reliable delivery of technology projects. 

Our consultants are experts in strategy, user experience, architecture, engineering, and delivery management. We combine knowledge of the latest trends in technology with deep domain expertise to deliver innovative solutions with accelerated time-to-market. 

We have office hubs in Midtown Manhattan, Washington DC, London, Budapest, New Delhi and Sydney.  

The base salary range for this role is $120,000 - $140,000. Placement within the range provided above is based on the individual’s relevant experience and skills for the role and level.

Base salary is only one component of our total compensation package. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, which is determined upon company and individual performance.

Salary range disclosure as required by S9427A when hiring in New York.

Lab49/ION is committed to maintaining a supportive and inclusive environment for people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We respect the varied identities, abilities, cultures, and traditions of the individuals who comprise our organization and recognize the value that different backgrounds and points of view bring to our business. 

Lab49/ION adheres to an equal employment opportunity policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against applicants or employees based on any legally impermissible factor.