• Job Description

  Req#: R-077792

  The Rock Family of Companies is made up of nearly 100 separate businesses spanning fintech, sports, entertainment, real estate, startups and more. We’re united by our culture – a drive to find a better way that fuels our commitment to our clients, our community and our team members. We believe in and build inclusive workplaces, where every voice is heard and diverse perspectives are welcomed. Working for a company in the Family is about more than just a job – it’s about having the opportunity to become the best version of yourself.

  Whether it is investing capital to create additional jobs, bringing new life to a building or activating a public space, our philosophy is simple: effect positive change in Detroit and the communities we call home. Rock is a For-More-Than-Profit organization located in the heart of Detroit. Our mission is to strategically vet and pursue opportunities, align interests and provide key services across the affiliated companies, comprising founder and chairman Dan Gilbert's Rock Family of Companies. As a For-More-Than-Profit organization we believe in doing well by doing good. When it comes to doing well by our team members and the communities we operate in, the question is never “are we doing enough?” The question should always be, “what more can we do?” Our organization seeks to attract diverse talent; engage, develop and retain team members; better engage with the community on issues of race, police brutality, equity and inclusion; and share our commitment so that we can drive the conversation forward.

  Apply today to jump into a career that means more than just “going to work.”

  Minimum Qualifications

  • 3 years of experience in business administration, operations or leadership
  • 3 years of experience working/managing projects
  • Experience with planning, organizing and establishing priorities to achieve results
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion with executive leadership information
  • Demonstrated ability to handle moving deadlines and prioritize multiple responsibilities

  Preferred Qualifications

  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of an organization
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze problems from multiple perspectives and determine best course of action to align with business goals/objectives
  • Advanced knowledge of the business area/team of leader supported
  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field

  Job Summary

  As a Special Projects Manager, you'll take responsibility and deliver results for executive-level leaders by understanding your leader’s sensitivities, clients and team members. You'll concentrate on troubleshooting and paying attention to the daily needs of the team so your executive leader can spend more time strategizing and focusing on the growth of their team.

  Responsibilities

  • Plan and align executive-level projects by partnering with leadership and other support professionals
  • Execute on executive level projects
  • Identify areas of risk or opportunity within the team and escalate to leadership
  • Write first drafts of proposals, presentations, etc.
  • Guide decision making on action items to ensure they are executed with a sense of urgency
  • Communicate the executive leadership team’s wants, needs, concerns and ideas with clients and major stakeholders
  • Act as a sounding board for new business ideas and initiatives

  Benefits and Perks

  Our team members fuel our strategy, innovation and growth, so we ensure the health and well-being of not just you, but your family, too! We go above and beyond to give you the support you need on an individual level and offer all sorts of ways to help you live your best life. We are proud to offer eligible team members perks and health benefits that will help you have peace of mind. Simply put: We’ve got your back. Check out our full list of Benefits and Perks .

  Who We Are

  Rocket Companies® is a Detroit-based company made up of businesses that provide simple, fast and trusted digital solutions for complex transactions. The name comes from our flagship business, now known as Rocket Mortgage ® , which was founded in 1985. Today, we’re a publicly traded company involved in many different industries, including mortgages, fintech, real estate and more. We’re insistently different in how we look at the world and are committed to an inclusive workplace where every voice is heard . We’re passionate about the work we do, and it shows. We’ve been ranked #1 for Fortune’s Best Large Workplaces in Financial Services and Insurance List in 2022, named #5 on People Magazine’s Companies That Care List in 2022 and recognized as #7 on Fortune’s list of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in 2022.

  Disclaimer

  This is an outline of the primary responsibilities of this position. As with everything in life, things change. The tasks and responsibilities can be changed, added to, removed, amended, deleted and modified at any time by the leadership group. We are proud equal opportunity employers and committed to providing an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all candidates and team members.

  Employment decisions, including hiring decisions, are not based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. We offer opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with state and federal law. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search, application for employment, or interview, please visit our FAQ page at www.myrocketcareer.com/how-we-hire/faqs/ for details on how to contact our team.

  The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and does not discriminate in any hiring or employment practices. The Company provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with state and federal law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation in completing the application and/or participating in the employment application process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Team, The Pulse, at Careers@myrocketcareer.com.

• About the company

  Rocket Mortgage, LLC is a mortgage loan provider.

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