Associate Product Manager
About Clerkie
Clerkie is a fintech startup dedicated to making financial wellness accessible through AI. Founded in 2018, the company initially focused on helping 123 million underserved Americans. Now, it provides consumer guidance paired with B2B software, aiding creditors and borrowers alike. Clerkie operates remotely, with over 40 employees across the US. The company has raised $41 million, including a $33 million Series A round in early 2023, backed by prominent investors.
About the role
We are seeking an Associate Product Manager to join our dynamic Product team. This role is suitable for those early in their product careers, offering opportunities to lead projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to the company’s strategic direction. Key responsibilities include:
- Partnering with Product Managers, Designers, and Engineers to define and implement solutions
- Supporting high-priority initiatives across SaaS products
- Engaging in discovery, documentation, and delivery processes
- Scoping and shipping features from research to release
- Organizing the team with clear requirements, tracking, and effective communication
- Bringing fresh perspectives, user empathy, and curiosity to product work
Recent examples of the Product team’s accomplishments include:
- Creating demo tools for winning deals
- Testing infrastructure for enterprise partner scalability
- Contributing to product strategy and roadmap updates
- Organizing internal knowledge hubs and onboarding new hires
- Participating in team-building activities
Must-haves
- Early experience in product management
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Systems thinking and ability to prioritize tasks
- Curiosity and willingness to learn
- Self-motivation and growth mindset
- Collaborative attitude and openness to feedback
- Remote work experience
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in a startup or fintech environment
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies
- Background in computer science, business, design, analytics, or related fields
- Basic understanding of software development processes
- Passion for financial wellness, tech-for-good, or startup culture
Salary and benefits
- Salary range: $90,000 - $110,000
- Equity package
- Remote-first role (US only)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) + retirement benefits
- Paid time off and annual company retreat
- Company laptop and home office stipend
- Collaborative, values-driven culture
Hiring process
- Application (async)
- Intro Call with People Team (20-30 minutes)
- Take-Home Challenge (async over 1 week)
- Take-Home Live Presentation (1-hour live review with Product Team)
- Technical Deep Dive with Product Leader (90 minutes)