Senior Events Manager

Senior Events Manager – Rocket Pro The Senior Events Manager for Rocket Pro is responsible for leading the strategy, direction, and oversight of all Rocket Pro internal events. This role serves as the primary decision‑maker and point of contact for Rocket Pro events, working closely with senior leadership, internal stakeholders, and the Rock Events team. This position requires an experienced event professional who can independently assess business needs, make strategic and creative event decisions, and provide clear direction to Rock Events. The Senior Events Manager will have ownership of event planning decisions on behalf of Rocket Pro, escalating significant decisions and recommendations to senior leadership for final approval when necessary. This role will ensure all Rocket Pro internal events align with business objectives, leadership expectations, budget considerations, and the overall Rocket Pro experience. About the role Serve as the primary point of contact and decision‑maker for all Rocket Pro internal events, representing the business in partnership with Rock Events. Lead the overall event strategy, vision, and direction for Rocket Pro internal events, including leadership meetings, team member recognition, celebrations, business meetings, and other internal initiatives. Independently evaluate event needs and make informed decisions regarding event concepts, programming, attendee experience, creative direction, and overall execution. Present significant event recommendations, strategic decisions, and budget considerations to Rocket Pro senior leadership for review and final approval. Partner closely with Rock Events to communicate event objectives, provide strategic direction, and ensure successful planning and execution. Act as the central decision‑making resource for Rock Events, providing timely feedback, approvals, and direction throughout the planning process. Collaborate with Rocket Pro leadership and internal stakeholders to understand business priorities and translate those needs into meaningful event experiences. Establish and oversee the Rocket Pro internal event calendar, evaluating event requests, priorities, and resource needs. Work with Rock Events to establish event budgets, review costs, and ensure financial decisions align with business expectations. Review and approve event concepts, agendas, programming, communications, and attendee experiences to ensure consistency with Rocket Pro's vision. Manage stakeholder expectations and maintain clear communication with senior leadership regarding event progress, key decisions, budgets, and potential challenges. Identify potential risks, resolve challenges, and proactively make decisions to keep events on track. Provide onsite leadership and oversight for key Rocket Pro events, partnering with Rock Events to ensure a successful attendee experience. Evaluate event success, gather feedback, and recommend improvements to enhance future Rocket Pro events. Build and maintain strong relationships with Rocket Pro leadership, business partners, and Rock Events to ensure alignment, accountability, and successful collaboration. About you 6+ years of full-time experience in corporate event management, event strategy, or related roles Demonstrated experience independently leading event strategy and making high-level event decisions Experience working directly with senior leadership and managing executive-level expectations Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills Ability to manage multiple events, competing priorities, and cross‑functional relationships Experience overseeing event budgets, creative direction, and overall event experiences Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite 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 Mortgage® was founded in 1985. Today, we’re a Detroit‑based, publicly traded company with a mission to Help Everyone Home. At Rocket Mortgage, we believe that home is more than the house you live in. Our wide variety of home loan options, tools and resources empower our clients to achieve their homeownership dreams. We’re known as experts in the mortgage industry, but we’re also innovators – we strive to create the best experiences for our clients from beginning to end. And we’re not your typical employer. We’re insistently different in how we look at the world and are committed to an inclusive workplace where every voice is heard. 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 and 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 View email address on click.appcast.io. As part of the ecosystem of Rocket® we transform talented candidates into passionate team members who thrive in our world of opportunities. Join us in our mission to shape the future of our industries and make a lasting impact in our communities and beyond. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rocket Homes Real Estate LLC