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.

As Vice President of Strategic Partnerships, you’ll play a vital role in advancing the organization's growth strategy by developing and managing high-impact strategic partnerships. In this role you’ll responsible for identifying alliance opportunities that align with company objectives and enhancing market position. You’ll oversee the full partnership lifecycle, working in conjunction with internal and external stakeholders, from the initial concept through to execution and implementation. This includes leading efforts that are integral to inorganic growth strategy, ensuring the role's high visibility and significant impact within the organization.

About the Role

Collaborate with senior leadership to define and execute partnership strategy.Identify and evaluate opportunities for strategic alliances to drive innovation and expand market reach.Lead end-to-end partnership processes, from identification to execution.Negotiate and structure complex agreements, including joint ventures.Foster relationships with key external partners for ongoing collaboration.Work closely with internal teams to promote collaboration and implement initiatives.Coordinate with leadership to ensure smooth integration of partnerships.Assess financial impacts of partnerships, including revenue forecasts.Prepare and present business cases to the executive team.Stay updated on industry trends to identify new partnership opportunities.Act as a thought leader, contributing to strategic discussions with senior leadership.Build and mentor a high-performing strategic partnerships team.

About You

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics or a related field12-15+ years of progressive experience in business development, strategic partnerships, corporate development or strategyProven track record of identifying, negotiating and managing high-value partnerships in a public company or high-growth late-stage private companyStrong financial acumen and experience building complex business cases and partnership structuresExcellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills with the ability to influence senior executives and external partnersExperience in managing cross-functional teams and driving successful partnership integrationsDeep understanding of corporate strategy, industry dynamics and market trends with a focus on partnership-driven growth

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working on large-scale, complex strategic partnerships within the banking, mortgage, or FIG sectors.Previous experience in a high-growth private or public company within consumer internet, technology, financial services, real estate, or relevant industry sector.Proven track record of strategic partnership deal execution and management of high-impact strategic projects.

What You’ll Get

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.

About Us

RKT Holdings is a centralized hub that delivers thoughtful and innovative solutions for Rocket Companies®. We’re 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. Apply today to join a team that offers career growth, amazing benefits and the chance to work with leading industry professionals.

This job description is an outline of the primary responsibilities of this position and may be modified at the discretion of the Company at any time.  Decisions related to employment 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.  The Company provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.  Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations in completing the application and/or participating in the application process should contact a member of the Human Resources team at Careers@myrocketcareer.com.

Colorado, New York City, Jersey City, California, D.C and Washington Candidates Only. The salary range for this position is two hundred seven thousand dollars to four hundred sixty-six thousand dollars. The position may also be eligible for an annual bonus and other employment-related benefits including, but not limited to, medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401K retirement plan, and paid-time off.  More information regarding these benefits and others can be found here.  The information regarding compensation and other benefits included in this paragraph is only an estimate and is subject to revision from time to time as the Company, in its sole and exclusive discretion, deems appropriate. The Company may determine during its review of the proposed compensation and benefits provided for this position, that the compensation and benefits for such position should be reduced. In no event will the Company reduce the compensation for the position to a level below the applicable jurisdictional minimum wage rate for the position.

Los Angeles County Candidates Only. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment per the Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

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.