Manager, Employee Relations

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. 

This key role is responsible for leading and managing employee relations matters according to established guidelines and best practices. The Manager will demonstrate their ER expertise in areas including conducting investigations involving workplace conduct concerns (including allegations of harassment, discrimination, and retaliation), managing medical and religious accommodation requests, advising on complex ER issues, advising on performance management, interpreting policies and practices, and responding to government agency claims. This role requires a sophisticated and innovative ER professional who is proactive, analytical, strategic, and solution oriented. This role also requires in-depth knowledge of the workplace investigation process, including excellent judgment and strong writing skills. 

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. 

Basic Qualifications: 

• 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. 

Required Education: 

• Bachelor's Degree 

Preferred Education: 

• JD strongly preferred 

The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $139,200.00 to $170,000.00 per year and the hiring range for this position in New York, NY is $145,800.00 to $178,000.00. 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.