The Walt Disney Company · 1 month ago
Sr. Counsel, Employment Legal
Burbank, CA, USA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$175K/yr - $226K/yr
5+ years expThe Walt Disney Company is a renowned entertainment organization that brings stories to life through various media. They are seeking a Senior Counsel to provide legal support on employment matters, particularly for Disney's Florida-based businesses, addressing issues such as fair pay, workplace investigations, and training programs.
Amusement Park and ArcadeAnimationConsumer GoodsDigital MediaE-CommerceMedia and EntertainmentMulti-level MarketingPerforming ArtsResorts
Responsibilities
Counsel internal clients on various employment matters, including reasonable accommodations, leaves of absence, fair pay, and wage and hour issues
Advise on harassment, discrimination, retaliation and other workplace investigations
Respond to claims and demand letters
Manage administrative charge responses
Work with Employee Relations to enhance training programs
Handle administrative conferences and hearings
Qualification
Required
At least 5 years of relevant experience in a law firm or corporate legal department or a combination
Concentration in and enthusiasm for employment law advice, counseling and dispute resolution
Ability to spot and analyze complex issues and devise practical strategies and solutions
Excellent verbal and written communication, and time management skills
Excellent drafting, negotiating and training skills
Excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with co-workers at all levels
JD or equivalent from an accredited law school
Membership to the California State Bar or Florida State Bar in good standing or willingness and qualification to be Registered In-House Counsel
Benefits
A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package
The full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits
Company
The Walt Disney Company
The Walt Disney Company started as a cartoon studio and evolves into sports coverage and television shows.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$11BKey Investors
Citibank
2020-04-13Post Ipo Debt· $5B
2020-03-20Post Ipo Debt· $6B
1978-01-06IPO
Leadership Team
Christine M. McCarthy
Senior Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Jamie Power
SVP, Addressable Sales
Recent News
2026-01-20
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