Launch Training Program - Marketing Specialist

Summary:

The Launch Marketing Specialist Program is a structured early career initiative designed to develop emerging marketing professionals within Freedom Mortgage. This program provides recent graduates with strong foundational training, exposure to real-world marketing initiatives, and the opportunity to build a versatile skillset across a variety of marketing functions aligned to business needs. 

Participants will gain exposure to a broad range of marketing functions and business initiatives, contributing to real-time projects that support organizational goals. Rather than fixed rotations, this program aligns talent to business needs and individual strengths, creating a dynamic and personalized career path within marketing. 

The program emphasizes professional growth through certification, mentorship, and experiential learning. Participants will complete required industry training, including the NMLS S.A.F.E. certification, and will be supported in obtaining additional marketing certifications (e.g., American Marketing Association certifications) to further their professional development. 

This role is ideal for motivated individuals seeking to build a long-term career in marketing within a fast-paced, collaborative, and evolving environment. This role requires a hybrid work schedule and is intended for candidates located within a commutable distance to the Marlton, NJ office. Travel is required for quarterly HYPE program events and other business needs. 

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Execute ongoing marketing initiatives across various functional areas based on business needs and individual strengths, applying professional judgment to ensure strategies are aligned with evolving business priorities.

• Lead and contribute to cross-functional projects and marketing campaigns, exercising independent judgment to drive business performance and customer engagement outcomes.

• Influence the development, execution, and optimization of marketing strategies and deliverables, applying professional judgement to enhance effectiveness and outcomes.  

• Partner with internal stakeholders to plan, coordinate, and execute ongoing marketing operations and initiatives. 

• Participate in structured training, professional development sessions, and networking opportunities within the HYPE Program.  

• Successfully complete NMLS S.A.F.E. training and obtain required certification.  

• Pursue and complete additional marketing certifications (e.g., American Marketing Association – AMA or similar industry-recognized credentials).  

• Attend and actively participate in HYPE Program events, including quarterly in-person sessions and networking opportunities (travel required).  

• Demonstrate adaptability, accountability, and continuous learning throughout the program.  

• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.  

• Comply with all company policies and procedures. 

Other Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This position is an individual contributor.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management abilities. 

• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. 

• Analytical mindset with an interest in data-driven decision making. 

• Creative thinking with a willingness to learn and contribute new ideas. 

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across teams. 

• Self-motivated, proactive, and results-oriented. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word). 

• Familiarity with marketing tools/platforms (e.g., social media, email platforms, analytics tools) is a plus. 

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year College or University required. 

• Degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, Finance, or a related field preferred but not required. 

• Internship or academic experience in marketing, communications, or business is a plus. 

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Candidates must successfully pass the NMLS S.A.F.E. exam during the program. 

• Opportunity to obtain additional marketing certifications (e.g., American Marketing Association PCM® or similar credentials). 

Work Complexity:

Addresses problems that are not immediately evident but typically not complex. Problems are typically within the immediate job area. Problems are typically solved through drawing from standard procedures and basic analysis.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is normally performed in a typical interior office work environment which does not subject the employee to any hazardous or unpleasant elements. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Americans with Disabilities Act:

Applicants as well as employees who are or become disabled must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential job functions of the position either with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants as well as employees are encouraged to meet with Human Resources as the organization shall review reasonable accommodations on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.

Job Responsibilities:

The statements reflect the general duties and responsibilities considered necessary to perform the essential functions of the job and should not be considered as an all-inclusive list of all the work requirements of the position. The company may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

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