People Business Partner (Detroit, MI)

As a People Business Partner, you will play a pivotal role in driving strategic people experience initiatives within our business units. You will be embedded in the business, developing a deep understanding of goals, challenges, and opportunities to deliver high-impact people strategies that accelerate performance and foster a high-performing, engaged and agile workforce. This role demands robust business acumen, proactive problem-solving, and the ability to influence and drive change across all levels of the organization.

About The Role

• Be a trusted strategic advisor to leaders, aligning organization and talent strategies with business objectives while driving collaboration with other teams to deliver integrated solutions
• Develop and execute people strategies that enhance performance, workforce planning and team member engagement
• Partner in performance management processes, including goal setting and performance calibration
• Utilize a thorough understanding of the business, including key financial drivers, market conditions, people data and strategic priorities, to help drive desired outcomes and support long-term growth
• Lead and support change initiatives across the organization that align with the company's strategic direction
• Champion a proactive approach to people management, including succession planning, performance management and developing programs that build capabilities, foster leadership and ensure a pipeline of top talent
• Diagnose organizational needs and design plans to improve team dynamics, structure and processes that enable business units to operate at their highest potential
• Use data-driven insights to identify trends, implement actions and demonstrate successes that support a thriving, inclusive and high-performing culture
  
  

About You

Minimum Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in business strategy or human resources
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration or a related field
• Proven experience in leading and managing complex change initiatives, with advanced persuasion and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency in using data and analytics to translate complex data into meaningful insights that drive decisions and help measure success
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build trust and influence across all levels of the organization
• A forward-thinking mindset that anticipates challenges, thinks strategically and drives innovative solutions that support business and people experience goals
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in leadership or human resources project management
• Master’s degree or human resources certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, SPHR)
• Experience with technology or fintech companies
• Proficiency with flowchart design tools to provide effective scenario planning visuals
  
  

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

Rocket 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. 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@Rocket.com.