Director, HR Business Partner

Based in Burbank, CA The Director, HRBP will be responsible for supporting and enabling associated clients’ business strategy, enhancing the employee experience and fostering leadership success, in a highly complex and matrixed environment. In this role, you will partner with several clients within the Marketing organization under the Chief Brand Officer and President of Studio Marketing.

The ideal candidate must enjoy working in a fast paced, nimble and matrixed organization with a high degree of cross segment and enterprise collaboration. A passion for our creative business and building diverse teams and inclusive environments is a must.

Primary Functions and Responsibilities:

• Serve as a strategic business partner to associated leaders on key organizational and people management areas. Lead all organization and HR initiatives in partnership with HR functional partners

• Develop and implement an HR roadmap that includes, but is not limited to: talent acquisition, organizational development, performance management, talent planning and career development, leadership development, employee communications, compensation and rewards, diversity and inclusion, and learning.

• Partner with OD in supporting design and structure of organization

• Partner with DE&I in designing and implementing client’ DEI strategy, including education and training of all employees.

• Provide expert advice and counsel to leaders on all organization, leadership, and human resources issues

• Create compelling talent strategies to attract and retain highly qualified diverse talent

• Leads the training/development strategies to close skill “gaps” between current and future skill sets and competencies.

• Analyze and interpret key metrics to measure the success of HR strategies

• Utilize workforce data and insights to tell compelling stories and influence leaders and partners to action

• Partner with leaders to drive high performance teams and an engaged workforce

• Provide relevant and contemporary human resources services that can range from strategy to implementation to support at the transactional level

• Partner with Labor Relations on all Union related topics

Work Experience and Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in increasingly responsible Human Resources or business leadership roles including direct involvement with senior business executives in high growth, entrepreneurial business environments

• Possesses both strategic thinking capability and “hands on” HR plan implementation experience

• Proven experience leading an effective, relevant HR team that delivers integrated business solutions, ideally in a creative environment

• Strong interpersonal skills and leadership capabilities

• Team player who quickly builds trust and collaborative working relationships with business leaders and partners

• Ability to coach sr. level leaders specifically in the Creative space

• Proven ability working in “the gray” and helping teams through uncertainty

• Models excellent judgment and demonstrates the courage to take smart risks that improve business performance

• Be willing to adjust style and approach to best meet the needs of a high touch, fast-paced, nimble, creative environment

• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills

• Working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws pertaining to the employment relationship, including in a union environment.

• Commitment to actively being part of and supporting a diverse and inclusive workplace. 

• Demonstrate inclusive behavior and maintaining a safe and professional working environment that fulfills Disney’s and inclusion efforts (e.g., recognizing and interrupting microaggressions & biases, participates in equity, diversity & inclusion, anti-harassment, and any other anti-bias training and workshops as required etc.). 

Disney leaders are foundational to the world’s premier entertainment company, home of the most respected and beloved brands around the globe.  Our leaders have an unwavering dedication to inspiring our employees, Cast, and Crew to deliver the Magic that only Disney can.  They are proud custodians of our Brand, fuel the transformative power of storytelling, uphold our strong legacy while fearlessly embracing the future, and foster good around the world and in our communities

Values

• Integrity - we do what we say

• Creativity – our imagination is boundless

• Collaboration – We’re better together

• Community – We care about others

• Inclusion – We’re welcoming to everyone

People Leader Expectations:

• Inspire individual and business success

• Define strategies, priorities, and expectations

• Provide continuous coaching and feedback

• Develop self and others and support career aspirations

• Demonstrate care and compassion

• Create an environment where Disney values are experienced

The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $200,600 to $245,000 per year. 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.