Principal, Rentals Partnerships & Integrations
About the team
Zillow Rentals is building a best-in-class vertically integrated marketplace that connects renters with property owners and managers to make it easier than ever to move from one home to the next, from large-scale multifamily communities to single family homes. We provide best-in-class advertising solutions for our valued partners with a complete set of digital tools to help them market their properties, identify prospective tenants, sign a lease and collect payments -- delivering a complete end-to-end online experience. This is a high-growth, high-focus area for Zillow - and an opportunity to make an impact and deliver significant outcomes.About the role
This Principal, Rentals Integrations & Industry Engagement, will play a pivotal role in supporting ongoing strategic partnerships and enhancing industry relationships to support Zillow Group’s Rentals business. This individual will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to maintain ongoing partnerships and business/software relationships, identify opportunities, re-negotiate agreements, and foster collaborations that drive growth and innovation in the rentals marketplace. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, an excellent communicator, and has a proven track record of building and maintaining successful partnerships.
In this role you will:
Manage ongoing relationships and communication with existing software integrations partners, including regular education on updates and advancements in the Zillow Rentals business.
Establish and shape the goals of Zillow’s relationships with various industry partners including property management software companies, CRMs, media providers, listing feed providers, service providers, etc.
Manage the lifecycle of existing integration & partnership agreements, including implementation, performance monitoring, and renewal discussions.
Identify and evaluate potential software integrations and partnerships that align with Zillow Group’s Rentals business objectives and product priorities.
Represent Zillow Rentals at industry events & conferences to promote product integrations and foster industry collaboration.
Stay informed about Rentals industry trends, market dynamics, and competitive landscape
Provide ongoing training/support to internal Rentals teams on integrations and key partnerships
Who you are
If you are a highly motivated leader, a strategic thinker, an effective communicator, and enjoy working cross-functionally and with external stakeholders, this role may be right for you.
You possess:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Real Estate, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
7+ years of experience in partnership management, business development, or a related field within the real estate or technology industry.
Proven track record of successfully building and maintaining strategic partnerships.
Understanding of partnership marketing and experience structuring win-win partnerships
Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity and drive results.
Strong negotiation and contract management skills, with the ability to achieve favorable outcomes.
Strong communication & interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence & engage stakeholders at all levels.
Experience representing companies at industry events and building a strong industry presence.
High-level understanding of API’s and technical integrations
Passion for the real estate industry and a commitment to Zillow Group’s mission and values.
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.
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