Marketing And Business Development Coordinator

About Rate Companies:

The Rate Companies is a leader in mortgage lending and digital financial services. Headquartered in Chicago, the Rate Companies has more than 7,000 employees in over 850 branches across the U.S., serving all 50 states and Washington, D.C. Since its launch in 2000, Rate Companies has helped more than 1 million homeowners with home purchase loans and refinances, with a total loan volume of more than $116 billion in 2021 alone. The company has cemented itself as an industry leader by introducing innovative technology, offering low rates and delivering unparalleled customer service. Honors and awards include: Top Lender for Online Service for 2018 by U.S. News & World Report; Best Mortgage Lender for Online Loans and Best Mortgage Lender for Refinancing by NerdWallet for 2021; HousingWire’s 2020 Tech100 award for the company’s industry-leading FlashClose℠ technology; No. 3 ranking in Scotsman Guide’s 2021 list of Top Retail Mortgage Lenders; Chicago Agent Magazine’s Lender of the Year for six consecutive years; and Chicago Tribune’s Top Workplaces list for seven consecutive years. Visit rate.com for more information.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly organized, creative, and proactive Marketing & Business Development Coordinator to serve as an extension of our Vice President in the real estate community and local market. In this role, you will plan and execute seamless events, drive social media and content marketing, support referral partners (realtors), and build community relationships to grow our mortgage business.

Pay Range: $25-28/hr plus bonus

Key Responsibilities

Event Planning & Execution

• Create professional event invitations and manage distribution
• Drive attendance through targeted outreach and follow-up
• Maintain and manage database lists for invites and communications
• Coordinate vendor orders and event logistics
• Prepare marketing materials and promotional swag
• Promote events through social media and other channels

Social Media & Content Creation

• Assist in managing our video editor (submissions, revisions, and workflow)
• Research valuable market topics and create regular, value-driven business posts
• Film, perform basic editing, and produce engaging video content
• Develop creative, fun, and engaging content ideas to build brand presence
• Attend closings and key events to capture authentic content

Referral Partner Support

• Design flyers, postcards, and custom marketing materials for real estate partners
• Solicit real estate agents for social media collaboration opportunities
• Plan and execute events, open houses, and marketing initiatives on behalf of referral partners
• Organize monthly marketing meetups and networking opportunities
• Build, maintain, and manage partner databases
• Identify new relationship opportunities and solicit business

Marketing, Community & Operations

• Provide marketing support during transactions (coffee cards, PA packages, giveaways)
• Manage inventory of promotional swag and marketing materials
• Maintain accurate company and partner databases
• Actively participate in local community organizations (Chamber of Commerce, Realtor Board, local businesses, and school districts)
• Collect, manage, and leverage client reviews and testimonials

What We’re Looking For (Qualifications)

• Strong organizational and project-management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities
• Experience with social media content creation, basic video filming/editing, and design tools (Canva, Adobe Suite, etc. preferred)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Creative mindset with a passion for fun, engaging content
• Self-motivated team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Real estate, mortgage, or sales support experience is a plus
• Reliable transportation and willingness to attend local events and closings

This is a great fit for someone who loves building relationships, creating memorable experiences, and helping real estate professionals grow their businesses while supporting our mortgage team.

Rate is an Equal Opportunity Employer that welcomes and encourages all applicants to apply regardless of age, race, sex, religion, color, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital or parental status, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy or other reason protected by law.

The company offers a comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; critical care insurance; personal accidental insurance; commuter benefits; pet insurance; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program); and other supplemental benefits (e.g. legal planning assistance; identity theft protection; pet insurance; wellness resources).

Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.