Director, Government Affairs and Fintech Policy

Director, Government Affairs and Fintech Policy

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.

RKT Holdings is a centralized hub that delivers thoughtful and innovative solutions for Rocket Companies . We are the center of operations, technology, marketing, HR, legal, strategy, and more that propels our companies forward. Here, we’ll give you the opportunity to launch your career and work with various companies, spanning multiple industries from fintech to auto and real estate. We offer you the tools you’ll need to succeed, no matter what stage you’re at in your career. You’ll be able to master your craft here by working on complex problems in a collaborative culture and challenging yourself to make a real impact.

Apply today to see all that Rocket Companies has to offer!

Minimum Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in fintech, financial services, or technology policy
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Preferred Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in fintech, financial services, or technology policy
• Master’s degree in relevant field or J.D.
• Existing relationships with policymakers
• Project management experience

Job Summary

As the Director, Government Affairs and Fintech Policy, you'll lead a robust policy portfolio focused on fintech and AI issues and advance policy and strategy priorities for the company before senior federal regulators, investors, legislators, as well as third-party organizations. You'll impact the outcome by shaping the future of the fintech policy landscape in Washington, D.C. and across the country.

Responsibilities

• Lead the firm’s fintech policy portfolio serving as an in-house expert on financial services-related legislation and policy to identify opportunities for internal clients
• Analyze portfolio-specific policy proposals and organize company response and messaging in coordination with internal business partners, federal and state advocacy teams
• Work closely with internal business partners to develop policy positions and create a strategic plan with specific actions and tactics to advance our policy goals
• Draft persuasive written communications and briefing materials for company leadership, including legislative and regulatory analysis, policy briefing papers, and other communications on topics affecting Rocket Companies
• Identify promising public policy solutions through a variety of methodologies and sources
• Build, maintain, and expand the company’s relationships with key federal agencies, the White House, members of Congress, trade associations, and other external stakeholders to advance common policy priorities
• Represent Rocket policy priorities before congressional staff, policymakers, experts, and other stakeholders
• Serve as an advocate and Rocket representative in public policy forums, trade group meetings, and with corporate partners, as needed

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.

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.