HR Specialist (Project Hire)

Job ID 10110825 Location Burbank, California, United States Business The Walt Disney Studios Date posted Jan. 15, 2025

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Job Summary:

About the Role & Team

The Walt Disney Studios seeks a HR Specialist (Project Hire) to join the Human Resources team. This team is a highly visible department that plays an integral part in key talent decisions across the Studio organization.

The HR Specialist will support Marvel Studios Live Action, Animation, and Publishing, providing advice to employees/clients on the appropriate interpretation and application of HR policies, processes and practices. They work with functional subject matter experts and team members to complete tasks. They are also the main point of service contact for client related questions and business issues including but not limited to HR policies, processes, leaves of absence, corrective actions and staffing needs involving hiring approvals and position management. This role provides the back-end support to the HRBP team.

What You Will Do

Provide high-quality, timely and professional client service and follow through to ensure appropriate action was taken.
Establish and maintain strong cross-functional relationships with HR functional partners
Assist in advising/providing guidance in the administration of HR related policies and procedure like:
- Position Management & Job Managed roles
- Maintain accurate org charts for client areas (where applicable as this is sometimes done by the business)
- Administration of local recognition programs and employee development offerings (as needed and/or when sponsored by HR)
- Proactively document, maintain, and organize area practices and protocols related to HR policy administration and standards
- Stay current on changes to HR policies and processes, and communicate changes to appropriate audiences
- Headcount reconciliation
In partnership with Global HR Operations, coordinate onboarding and off-boarding related activities.
Responsible for headcount reconciliation and accuracy.
Provide support to projects as needed.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Minimum 1 year of experience in an HR or customer/ client facing professional role
Tech savvy and proficient in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, Power-point, Outlook
Understands the dynamics of the business and supports/drives HR practices and processes that will help create an effective organization.
Can adapt to different client groups and develop a deep understanding of nuances, processes, and internal/external factors affecting the business.
Solid knowledge of HR systems, policies and processes including Workday, hiring approval process, etc.
Ability to effectively manage project work while balancing priorities.
Strong communication and positive influencing skills.
Ability to positively confront issues and resolve conflict.
Sound judgment and decision making.
Ability to develop strong relationships at all levels within the organization.
Strong service orientation
Ability to effectively partner internally and externally
Ability to adapt to changing priorities.
Curiosity and willingness to ask questions to better understand the situation
Willingness to share differing POVs

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience

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The Walt Disney Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $58,700.00 to $78,600.00 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.

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About The Walt Disney Studios:

For over 95 years, The Walt Disney Studios has been the foundation on which The Walt Disney Company was built. Today it brings quality movies, episodic storytelling, music, and stage plays to consumers throughout the world. The Walt Disney Studios encompasses a collection of respected film studios, including Disney, Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar Animation Studios, Marvel Studios, Lucasfilm, 20th Century Studios, and Searchlight Pictures. It is also home to Disney Theatrical Productions, producer of world-class stage shows.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Walt Disney Pictures, which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Studios.

Walt Disney Pictures is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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