About the team

About the role

As a Public Policy Associate, you will play a vital role in supporting Zillow's public policy initiatives by conducting policy research and analysis, coordinating policy-related activities, legislative and regulatory monitoring, and providing essential support to the Government Relations team. The role reports to the Public Policy and Operations Director, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and strategies. We are seeking a candidate with a keen eye for detail, strong organizational skills, and a passion for staying informed about legislative and regulatory developments impacting Zillow Group’s mission and priorities!

Policy Analysis Support:

• Research and analyze legislative proposals, regulatory actions, and policy trends.
• Draft summaries, memos, and reports on policy issues, summarizing key findings and implications for Zillow Group.
• Contribute to the development of policy recommendations and advocacy strategies based on research and analysis.

Policy Coordination:

• Focus on issues related to tax policy, data privacy, access to information and other policy issues emerging and important to Zillow’s priorities.
• Support the coordination of policy-related activities, such as meetings, hearings, and briefings, in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Assist in preparing materials for policy discussions, including agendas, presentations, and background research.

Legislative & Regulatory Monitoring:

• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments at the local, state, and federal levels relevant to Zillow's interests.
• Track bills, resolutions, and regulations related to key policy areas, identifying potential opportunities and risks.
• Maintain a comprehensive database of legislative and regulatory activity, including bill summaries, status updates, and key deadlines.

Stakeholder Communication:

• Serve as a point of contact for inquiries from internal partners regarding policy positions and legislative and regulatory analysis.
• Communicate updates on policy initiatives to internal stakeholders through various channels.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned to support the effective functioning of the government relations team.

Who you are

• Bachelors + 5 years of related experience, or equivalent.
• Experiencing supporting public policy and legislative and regulatory affairs, with knowledge of legislative processes and procedures.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in work output, especially when tracking legislative activity and maintaining databases.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and concisely.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and familiarity with legislative tracking software, such as Quorum, or databases is preferred.

Get to know us

Zillow is reimagining real estate to make home a reality for more and more people.

As the most-visited real estate website in the United States, Zillow® and its affiliates help movers find and win their home through digital solutions, first class partners, and easier buying, selling, financing and renting experiences. Millions of people visit Zillow Group sites every month to start their home search, and now they can rely on Zillow to help make it easier to move. The work we do helps people get home and no matter what job you're in, you will play a critical role in making home a reality for more and more people.

Our efforts to streamline the real estate transaction are supported by a deep-rooted culture of innovation, our passion to redefine the employee experience, a fundamental commitment to Equity and Belonging, and world-class benefits. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverages as well as parental leave, family benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off. We’re also setting the standard for work experiences of the future, where our employees are supported in doing their best work and living a flexible, well-balanced life. But don’t just take our word for it. Read recent reviews on Glassdoor and recent recognition from multiple organizations, including: the 100 Best Companies to Work For, Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Award, Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index, Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Corporate Equity Index, and TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

Zillow Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative environment with the best employees. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact us at RecruitingAccessibility@zillowgroup.com.

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