Learning & Development Specialist, Finance

Job ID 10105706 Location Glendale, California, United States Business The Walt Disney Company (Corporate) Date posted Nov. 27, 2024

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Job Summary:

About the Role & Team

Our Finance organization is constantly evolving, and our Finance Engagement team is positioned to help our enterprise navigate that change. This specialist will be a key partner to Finance, Technology, Strategy and Insights teams across TWDC, as well as our HRBPs, as we seek to promote new talent opportunities, enhance employee connections, and develop rotation programs in order to drive engagement across TWDC. Reporting to the Sr Manager, Finance Engagement, the role will contribute to a wide range of people-enabled initiatives that will help us move towards the Future of Finance at Disney.

What You Will Do

Mentor Program Planning and Program Support

Serve as primary point-of-contact for Finance, Tech, Strategy, and Insights Mentor Program (~2,000 participants)
Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to engage participants, seeking continuous improvement
Manage Mentor Program events, from concept through execution, ensuring all events support strategic goals of the program
Identify / support the development of course content for mentor program participants related to mentoring, personal and professional development
Perform tactical analyses on program data, identifying strengths and potential risks, and providing strategic insights on how best to improve the program
Prepare and distribute mentor program marketing emails, newsletters & other communications, and manage participant distribution lists

Training and Development Specialist

Assist with the programmatic aspects of the Accounting & Finance Rotation Program (AFRP), including providing orientation for incoming analysts, organizing monthly professional development speakers and content, collecting end-of-rotation performance feedback, and planning in-person events
Plan and facilitate career counseling as well as technical & soft skill training sessions for Enterprise Financial Services (EFS) organization
Partner with campus recruitment and talent acquisition to provide comprehensive recruiting services for the AFRP by identifying top talent from targeted schools, developing strong relationships with faculty and students, screening applicants, all while championing the Disney brand
Manage and maintain resources for the EFS website including onboarding, career development guide, newsletters, and other communications
Populate internal D Learn website with relevant material and content
Partner closely with other Finance Engagement efforts and provide support where needed, including the Finance Data & Analytics Academy, Career Aspiration Discussion Program, DE&I initiatives, and other Finance Engagement priorities

Qualifications

3+ years of experience in finance, L&D, recruitment, or project management
Demonstrated experience in leading project work
Excellent written, verbal, facilitation, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to effectively and professionally interface with high-level executives, clients, business associates, and employees
A self-starter – Ability to anticipate issues and proactively problem solve using sound judgment with demonstrated ability to make real-time strategic decisions
Strong organizational and follow-through skills, especially in a dynamic environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (primarily Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Preferred Qualifications

Strong knowledge of Disney businesses, policies, and procedures
Experience with marketing/comms platforms such as WordPress, SharePoint, Confluence, and Adobe Dreamweaver
Familiarity with SAP, Tableau, Power BI, SQL, Python, R, Workday

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Admin, Finance, or related degree

The hiring range for this position in Glendale is $77,900.00-$95,100.00 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 Company (Corporate):

At Disney Corporate you can see how the businesses behind the Company’s powerful brands come together to create the most innovative, far-reaching and admired entertainment company in the world. As a member of a corporate team, you’ll work with world-class leaders driving the strategies that keep The Walt Disney Company at the leading edge of entertainment. See and be seen by other innovative thinkers as you enable the greatest storytellers in the world to create memories for millions of families around the globe.

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 Disney Worldwide Services, Inc., which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (Corporate).

Disney Worldwide Services, Inc. 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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