Job Description

Why Work Here

Headquarters is in Charlotte, NC Recently expanded to nearshore isolved ranked for SMB Payroll in 2023 Sapient Report Voted top places to work in USA 2023

Summary/objective

The Associate Product Manager (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

Collaborate with GPM to shape product vision, goals, and quarterly outcomes


Own backlog grooming, story writing, and sprint planning in partnership with engineering


Use AI tools and Figma to draft early concepts, flows, and requirement summaries


Define and refine user stories and acceptance criteria


Partner with UX and QA for design reviews and test validation


Track feature progress and assist with go-to-market readiness (release notes, internal training)


Participate in customer and stakeholder interviews led by GPMs


Contribute to documentation, user guides, and org readiness materials


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.

Minumum Qualifications

3+ years of experience defining detailed technical user stories and use cases

3+ years of product management experience.

Familiarity with Azure DevOps, AirFocus, and agile development workflows

Experience or interest in AI prompting for specs, analysis, or prototyping

Basic UX sensibility; ability to collaborate on wireframes and flows using Figma or similar tools

Excellent written, verbal, and PowerPoint communication

Understanding of data, dependencies, and integration workflows is a plus

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

Proactive, self-starter looking to grow into a strategic product role

Highly collaborative individual who is not afraid to ask questions or challenge ideas respectully

Growth mindset with openness to feedback and commitment to continuous improvement

About isolved

isolved is an employee experience leader, providing intuitive, people-first HCM (Human Capital Management) technology. Our solutions are delivered directly or through our partner network to more than five million employees and 145,000 employers - who use them every day to boost performance, increase productivity, and accelerate results while reducing risk. Our HCM platform, isolved People Cloud, seamlessly connects and manages the employee journey across talent management, HRpayroll, workforce management and engagement management functions. No matter the industry, we help high-growth organizations employ, enable and empower their workforce by transforming employee experience for a better today and a better tomorrow. For more information, visit www.isolvedhcm.com.

EEO Statement

isolved is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. isolved is a progressive and open-minded meritocracy. If you are smart and good at what you do, come as you are.

Disability Accommodation

Visit www.isolvedhcm.com/careers for more information regarding our incredible culture and focus on our employee experience. Visit www.isolvedeebenefits.com for a comprehensive list of our employee total rewards offerings.



Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions outlined above.