Sr. Recruiter - Walt Disney Imagineering

Job ID 10107284 Location Glendale, California, United States Business Disney Experiences Date posted Dec. 06, 2024

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Job Summary:

Are you looking for a role where the work you do will change lives? Would you find fulfillment in being part of a Talent Acquisition organization where you can make someone’s dreams come true? This role will blend full life cycle recruitment against hard-to-fill and niche needs, integrating strategy with data-driven storytelling, consultation, creativity, and collaborative partnerships.

The Disney Experiences (DX) Professional Recruitment team leads all aspects of professional recruitment including creative professionals and Imagineers. Our team is responsible for attracting and identifying sought-after talent in the marketplace and bringing them to Disney Experiences. You will develop inclusive recruitment strategies, lead full life-cycle recruitment, employ innovative sourcing techniques, champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, and maintain the highest standards of candidate experience and client account management. If you're passionate about acquiring top talent in the competitive entertainment landscape, we'd love to hear from you!

If selected for this role, you will report to our Manager, Professional Recruitment, and will be on-site in Glendale, CA.

What You Will Do

Lead full life cycle recruitment from sourcing and job posting to offer
Translate business needs into executable staffing plans
Develop innovative recruitment strategies to attract and build inclusive talents slates for all positions
Employ innovative techniques to convert passive talent into viable candidates
Champion and influence hiring leaders and key partners on the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion
Advocate for career mobility by providing coaching, feedback, and mentorship to internal talent
Review market data, competitive intelligence, and talent trends to build dynamic and inclusive candidate slates
Be a brand ambassador by providing an outstanding candidate experience from interview to new hire onboarding
Collaborate with hiring leaders and HR Business Partners to develop a solid understanding of the hiring team, their business strategy and talent profiles to best deliver on the hiring needs of the business
Maintain the highest standards of candidate experience and client account management, reflected in measures of success through hiring leader and candidate feedback
Conduct in-depth screens to assess potential candidates for level of interest, qualifications, and align on compensation through pay transparency
Partner with the Compensation team and hiring leader to build attractive and competitive job offers
Maintain compliance with EEO/Diversity policies
Actively participate in knowledge sharing events and building relationships within the Talent Acquisition community
Participate in or lead assigned projects that support departmental and Talent Acquisition objectives (Candidate, Career, Culture, Community)

Required Qualifications & Skills

Full life cycle recruiting experience with full knowledge and expertise in developing and implementing comprehensive sourcing/recruitment strategies for creative roles (e.g., Producers, Designers, Artists)
Experience using social media tools such as LinkedIn for marketing, networking, and sourcing
Demonstrated success in achieving recruitment objectives including time-to-fill, volume, quality, diversity, and internal hiring objectives
Successful working in a fast-paced environment where multiple projects are the norm
Enjoy developing strong working relationships with clients and peers regardless of geography
Excellent presentation and facilitation skills
Experience working in an autonomous environment
Ability to think creatively to find solutions to complex problems
Ability to appropriately manage sensitive and confidential information

Preferred Qualifications

Experience reviewing candidate portfolios and demo reels
Experience using various Talent Acquisition systems such as Workday, Beamery, Schedule Olivia, etc.
Proficient in utilizing various reporting tools such as Excel, Google Docs, Smartsheet, Airtable, etc., to track candidate and requisition metrics
Experience developing and telling data-driven stories
Themed entertainment experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related Human Resources field or equivalent 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 fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $113,600 to $138,800 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 Experiences:

Disney Experiences brings the magic of Disney stories and franchises to life through theme parks, resorts, cruise ships, unique vacation experiences, products and more around the world. Disney shines in the travel industry with six resort destinations in the United States, Europe and Asia; a top-rated cruise line; a popular vacation ownership program; and an award-winning guided family adventure business. Plus, Disney's global consumer products operations include the world's leading licensing business; the world's largest children's publishing brands; one of the world's largest licensors of games across all platforms; and Disney store locations around the world and on the web.

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 Disney Experiences.

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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