The Walt Disney Company · 2 days ago
Manager, Employee Relations
Burbank, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$139K/yr - $170K/yr
5+ years expThe Walt Disney Company is a leading entertainment organization, and they are seeking a Manager of Employee Relations to lead and manage employee relations matters. This role involves conducting workplace investigations, managing accommodations, advising on ER issues, and developing training for stakeholders.
Amusement Park and ArcadeAnimationConsumer GoodsDigital MediaE-CommerceMedia and EntertainmentMulti-level MarketingPerforming ArtsResorts
Responsibilities
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 and consulting with the 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
Qualification
Required
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
Preferred
JD strongly preferred
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
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (83)
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2022 (130)
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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
2026-01-08
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