Government Relations Manager, Mountain West Region

About the team

The Government and Community Relations team operates at the intersection of policy, industry, and product, advancing Zillow’s mission to transform the home buying, renting, and financing experience. We engage with policymakers, regulators, consumer advocates, and industry stakeholders to pursue effective policy solutions, enable innovative products, and build partnerships that enhance affordability, ease, and security across the home journey.

About the role

We’re seeking an experienced government relations professional with multi-state legislative and regulatory advocacy expertise to lead Zillow’s efforts across the Mountain West region—Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Kansas, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming.

In this role, you will develop and execute strategies to advance Zillow’s business interests, collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders including policymakers, regulators, and industry groups. You’ll manage multiple high-stakes projects, drive policy solutions, and engage business leaders on priorities.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in state and local government relations within the region and is eager to quickly learn about issues related to real estate, rentals, housing finance, and insurance. This position requires significant travel (over 50%) and exceptional organization and problem-solving skills.

You Will Get To

• Develop and execute state and local government relations strategies to advance Zillow’s mission in the Mountain West region.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to pursue policy solutions and enable innovative products.

• Build and maintain relationships with government leaders, policymakers, regulators, consumer advocates, and industry stakeholders.

• Direct and manage outside contract lobbying consultants in target markets.

• Keep internal stakeholders informed and engaged in government relations planning.

• Represent Zillow at key meetings, events, and industry forums.

• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments impacting the business.

• Identify and address emerging issues relevant to Zillow’s operations.

This role has been categorized as a Remote position and requires the employee to reside within our designated Mountain West region. “Remote” employees do not have a permanent corporate office workplace and, instead, work from a physical location of their choice, which must be identified to the Company. While candidates from throughout the region are welcome to apply, we have a strong preference for candidates based in Colorado (CO) or Arizona (AZ).

This role has been categorized as a Remote position. “Remote” employees do not have a permanent corporate office workplace and, instead, work from a physical location of their choice, which must be identified to the Company. U.S. employees may live in any of the 50 United States, with limited exceptions.

In Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Minnesota, Nevada, Ohio, Rhode Island, and Vermont the standard base pay range for this role is $120,700.00 - $192,900.00 annually. The base pay range is specific to these locations and may not be applicable to other locations.

In addition to a competitive base salary this position is also eligible for equity awards based on factors such as experience, performance and location. Actual amounts will vary depending on experience, performance and location. Employees in this role will not be paid below the salary threshold for exempt employees in the state where they reside.

Who you are

• Bachelor’s degree and 7-10 years of experience in government relations and direct advocacy, preferably at the state or local level; experience in real estate, finance policy, or technology is a plus.

• Direct lobbying and public affairs experience in the Mountain West region.

• Ability to quickly learn new issues, think strategically, and develop effective government relations strategies.

• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent interpersonal, relationship-building, and communication skills (verbal and written).

• Demonstrated knowledge of political dynamics and legislative processes, with the ability to align political realities with business objectives.

• Adaptable to innovation, constant change, and company growth.

• Self-starter with a proven record of collaborating across cross-functional teams.

• Here at Zillow, we value the experience and perspective of candidates with non-traditional backgrounds. We encourage you to apply if you have transferable skills or related experiences.

Get to know us

At Zillow, we’re reimagining how people move—through the real estate market and through their careers. As the most-visited real estate platform in the U.S., we help customers navigate buying, selling, financing and renting with greater ease and confidence. Whether you're working in tech, sales, operations, or design, you’ll be part of a company that's reshaping an industry and helping more people make home a reality.

Zillow is honored to be recognized among the best workplaces in the country. Zillow was named one of FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For® in 2025, and included on the PEOPLE Companies That Care® 2025 list, reflecting our commitment to creating an innovative, inclusive, and engaging culture where employees are empowered to grow.

No matter where you sit in the organization, your work will help drive innovation, support our customers, and move the industry—and your career—forward, together.

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 your recruiter directly.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable state and local law.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.