Human Resources Business Partner

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, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our talented team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world.

As a forward-looking HR professional supporting this dynamic organization, you will serve as a business partner to senior leadership in Finance by developing and delivering integrated and inclusive HR Services such as: Strategy Development, Organization Design, Talent Management, Organization & Cast Effectiveness, Change & Transition Management and Functional HR Integration. This role reports to the Sr. Manager, HRBP.

Responsibilities

• Work with HR, employees and leaders to create a place where employees, Cast, and crew want to work and can be successful as their authentic selves 
• Partner with the HRBP community and leadership to drive strategic initiatives of the assigned client group at Disney Experiences.  
• Develop, maintain, and demonstrate working knowledge of the business and take a consultative approach with clients, anticipating, assessing, and providing creative HR solutions to business priorities. 
• Consult with clients on moderately complex HR processes, procedures, precedents, and initiatives engaging appropriate centers of excellence (COE) partners as required. 
• Provide day-to-day performance management guidance to leaders (coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions) and engage with Employee Relations as needed 
• Partner with HR and Leaders to implement and monitor the success of key Opportunity and Inclusion initiatives. 
• Analyze data and present in a compelling way that influences audience to take action on recommendations 
• Advise on effective headcount/resource management and partner with talent acquisition to ensure a fair and effective recruitment process 
• Work with leaders on organizational design, change management, and culture. 
• Influence clients to take a near and long-term view on engaging in key talent processes including talent review, succession planning, leadership development, and talent assessment. 
• Work closely with HR Leaders, department leaders and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention. 
• Support the integrated salary planning process by effectively working with management and Compensation to ensure timely and accurate planning and execution. 
• Partner with Learning Development team to co-facilitate key learning opportunities, as needed. 
• Participate as an active member of the HR community, building relationships across the HR team and supporting other HR initiatives and projects as required. 
• Assist with employee communications (both through design and providing input), as required. 
• Participate in special projects at both the HRBP team and client level.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of 4+ years human resources generalist or HR functional experience in progressively responsible roles supporting a diversity of functional groups including executive level employees.  
• Strong business acumen with a keen aptitude to quickly assimilate new information. 
• Proven ability to effectively interact with all organizational levels in a multicultural environment and build strong, trusted relationships. 
• Excellent consulting and conflict management skills. 
• Experience working with senior executives in an “influence-without-authority” role. 
• Experience, exposure, and comfort with a variety of HR facets including organization development, employee relations, talent acquisition, learning & development, and/or compensation. 
• Ability to function independently, with minimal supervision, and thrive within a fast-paced and sometimes ambiguous environment. 
• Demonstrated experience working as a trusted advisor. 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal. 
• Strong use of independent judgment to identify and anticipate client needs and make recommendations for implementation. 
• Advanced level skills using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Co-pilot.  
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to quickly interpret data, identify trends, and recommend multiple solutions. 
• Strong organizational, motivational, and problem solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple conflicting priorities with grace and efficiency.
• Strong team player and ability to function in a matrixed co-leadership environment. 
• Working knowledge and application of federal and state employment laws. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience directly supporting clients in an HRBP capacity.  
• SAP or Workday experience.  
• Project management experience.  
• Experience working in a large, complex, matrixed environment. 

Required Education

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field or combination equivalent work experience. 

The hiring range for this position in Lake Buena Vista, FL is $109,800.00 to $134,200.00 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.