Manager, HR Business Partner

Job ID 10119633 Location Burbank, California, United States Business Disney Entertainment Television Date posted Apr. 23, 2025

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Job Summary:

Disney’s leaders are foundational to the world’s premier entertainment company, home of the most respected and beloved brands around the globe. Our leaders have an unwavering dedication to inspiring our employees, Cast, and Crew to deliver the Magic that only Disney can. They are proud custodians of our Brand, fuel the transformative power of storytelling, uphold our strong legacy while fearlessly embracing the future, and foster good around the world in our communities.

Through trust, collaboration, creative problem-solving, and influence, you will enhance people effectiveness, develop strategic initiatives, optimize organizational development, drive talent retention, integrate HR functions, and promote inclusion and belonging.

Your efforts will be key to our business objectives and long-term success for clients in Disney Entertainment Television and The Walt Disney Company.

This role reports to the Director, HR Business Partner and supports ABC & Hulu Originals, Unscripted, Casting, and ABC Programming.

Responsibilities

Support, establish, and maintain an intimate understanding of the client organizations and the business to build effective and productive working relationships with internal stakeholders and clients at all levels of the organization.
Act as the lead for the HRBP team, facilitating a consistent application, implementation, and improvement of HR policies, processes, and programs (e.g., merit and promotion planning, performance management, employee relations, career development, headcount planning, etc.).
Manage, develop, and drive the implementation of HR strategies and initiatives that align with business priorities and goals.
Coach business executives on HR policies and processes, including talent planning, learning and development, and performance management to promote engagement and a culture of continuous growth and development.
Understand and translate business priorities, employee insights, and external market factors to support talent strategies and improve the business’s capabilities to deliver against its goals.
Develop and drive change management efforts as our businesses continue to evolve.
Develop leaders through ongoing coaching and feedback on personal and team performance.
Manage day-to-day HR issues for assigned client groups.
Serve as a credible partner for employees to voice concerns, ask questions, and request assistance.
Partner within the internal team to develop and execute a lifecycle, calibrated approach to talent management by assessing organizational performance systematically, defining talent gaps, and proposing solutions in support of business objectives.
Lead and champion the performance management process and system to foster an inclusive culture.
Collaborate with business leaders as well as learning and development teams to leverage existing programs and develop specific learning experiences meaningful for all employees.
Collaborate with other HR Business Partner and Workforce Insights teams to support employee surveys, review results analysis, provide recommendations, and support the action-planning process.
Act as an advisor and mentor to more junior members of the HRBP team.

Basic Qualifications

5+ years of experience in HR, OD, or related talent planning field.
Proven ability to manage complex projects across multiple business units and HR partners.
Strong consulting, influencing, and facilitation skills.
Advanced diagnostic, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills at all organizational levels.
Ability to thrive in dynamic, collaborative, and ambiguous environments.
Innovative and creative approach to work.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA $137,100 to $167,500 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 Disney Entertainment Television:

Disney Entertainment Television is a collection of renowned content brands at The Walt Disney Company creating original entertainment and news programming for the company’s streaming platforms Disney+, Hulu and Star, and its broadcast and cable networks. Its extensive portfolio is comprised of ABC Entertainment, ABC News, ABC Owned Television Stations, Disney Branded Television, Freeform, FX, Hulu Originals, National Geographic Content and Onyx Collective, in addition to Disney Television Studios, which include 20th Television, 20th Television Animation, ABC Signature and Walt Disney Television Alternative. Responsible for over 4,500 hours of programming a year across more than 300 programs of all genres, Disney Entertainment Television’s creative brands are at the forefront of groundbreaking storytelling, captivating audiences and generating critical acclaim. In 2023, Disney Entertainment Television’s programming excellence earned 163 Emmy® nominations across daytime, primetime, news & documentary, and children’s & family categories.

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 American Broadcasting Companies, Inc., which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment Television.

American Broadcasting Companies, 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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