Manager, Employee Relations

Overview

At Disney, we’re storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. We do this through utilizing and developing cutting-edge technology and pushing the envelope to bring stories to life through our movies, interactive experiences and products, and media networks. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to join our talented team at an unprecedented time of innovation, growth, and excitement as part of the Employee Relations (ER) team that supports the Disney Entertainment & ESPN Product & Technology (DEEPT) and Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) groups.

• Independently conduct timely, thorough, and effective investigations related to workplace conduct.
• Prepare written investigation reports and present findings to stakeholders.
• Autonomously manage medical and religious accommodation requests.
• Support the performance management process through consultation with various stakeholders.
• Support organizational change initiatives.
• Advise on policy interpretation questions.
• Develop and lead trainings for various stakeholders, including business leaders and HR partners.
• Respond to government agency requests and charges.
• Input and maintain accurate and up-to-date case notes in the ER database.
• Understand, analyze, and interpret key insights gleaned from case trends and analytics for business leaders and HR partners.
• Develop and build strong relationships and partnerships with various stakeholders and partners.

• Minimum of 5 years Human Resources experience, 4 years in Employee Relations, or 3 years in employment legal practice or other similar investigative experience required.
• Deep knowledge of employment laws and HR policies (Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FMLA).
• Proven problem-solving, decision-making, conflict resolution, and investigative abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal, emotional intelligence, and consultative skills; able to assess sensitive issues confidentially and objectively.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively, manage multiple projects, and lead across all organizational levels.
• Experience in developing, interpreting, and updating employee relations policies.

• Bachelor s Degree

• JD strongly preferred

The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $ to $ per year and the hiring range for this position in New York, NY is $ to $. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.