Zillow

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Job Description: • Design, own, and operationalize Zillow’s HR compliance strategy through well-managed programs, roadmaps, and initiatives that scale with business growth across the People organization • Navigate and influence complex stakeholder groups—including People Legal, HR Centers of Expertise, and cross-functional partners—to align on priorities, manage tradeoffs, and drive adoption of compliance initiatives across teams through clear communication, education, and change management strategies. • Translate regulatory and compliance requirements into actionable plans, timelines, and deliverables that align stakeholders and minimize business disruption • Identify, assess, and manage change impacts across teams, escalating risks and dependencies as needed to ensure successful execution • Support continuous improvement of HR compliance programs by incorporating stakeholder feedback, lessons learned, and evolving business needs • Monitor, interpret, and operationalize evolving federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including ensuring the accuracy and currency of required workplace posters. • Define compliant HR practices, controls, and operational guidance, in partnership with Legal and HR stakeholders • Own Zillow’s global background check program, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, vendor governance, adjudication guidelines, and consistent execution across regions. • Lead the preparation, coordination, and submission of required federal employment reports for Zillow. Requirements: • 7+ years of experience leading or managing compliance programs in complex, fast-paced environments • Excellent communication, project management, and stakeholder management skills • Strong knowledge of U.S. employment laws and regulatory frameworks, with experience supporting global or multi-regional compliance efforts • Proven ability to execute and scale compliance programs, translating regulatory requirements into practical, operational solutions • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret compliance data, identify trends and risks, and translate insights into actionable improvements • Demonstrated experience driving change and adoption through stakeholder engagement, communication, and program delivery • Highly collaborative, with experience partnering across HR, Legal, Finance, IT, and shared services in matrixed organizations • Comfortable navigating ambiguity and bringing structure, prioritization, and clarity to evolving compliance needs • Self-starter with sound judgment and integrity, who thrives with accountability and ownership in a program leadership role. Benefits: • Competitive base salary • Equity awards based on experience, performance, and location