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HR Specialist

Job ID 10116062 Location New York, New York, United States Business Disney Theatrical Group Date posted Mar. 26, 2025
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Job Summary:

At Disney Theatrical Group we strive to create a culture of innovation, inclusion, collaboration, and creativity.  Stories shape how we see ourselves and everyone around us. As storytellers, we have the power to not only uplift and inspire, but also to champion the spectrum of voices in our world.  If you want to help tell compelling, diverse, and enduring stories through live theater, we want to hear from you.   

 

Disney Theatrical Group is seeking a motivated, service-oriented HR Specialist to join the HR Team. The HR Specialist sits at the intersection of the HR Business Partner team and the business and is in a unique position to help shape employee experiences. The HR Specialist provides advice to employees/clients on the appropriate interpretation and application of HR policies, processes and practices. They work with functional subject matter experts, team members, and leaders to help provide comprehensive support. They are also the main point of 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 is expected to assess, prioritize and act on client requests as needed and communicate needs that require additional support to the appropriate sources. (e.g. Employee Relations, Compensation, Organization Management, Talent Acquisition, Global HR Operations). 

 

Responsibilities 

  • Provide high quality, timely, and professional client service and follow through to ensure appropriate action is taken. 

  • Assist in advising and providing guidance in the administration of HR related policies, procedures, and best practices. 

  • In partnership with HRBPs and HR Operations, support on-boarding and off-boarding activities. 

  • Support recruitment by creating accurate job requisitions and posting open roles in industry forums, as needed. 

  • Regularly update employee records to reflect changes in employment status. 

  • Partner with leaders and employees as needed through the employee lifecycle, with special attention to sensitive situations (e.g. involuntary separation). 

  • Establish and maintain strong cross functional relationships with HR functional partners and key stakeholders. 

  • Data Analytics & Reporting: 

  • Design and generate reports from SAP, Excel, Cognos, and/or Workday 

  • Leverage data to perform trend analysis, statistical analysis, and data insights 

  • Maintain accurate client org charts, headcount, and staff augmentation reports 

  • In partnership with the finance and operations team, update and manage the day-to-day workforce data and information to ensure accurate budget tracking. 

  • Help support end of year processes, including but not limited to compensation planning, talent calibration, performance reviews and assist with respective reporting and data collection. 

  • Assist with administering and planning local recognition programs, employee initiatives, and employee development offerings such as lunch & learns, speaker series, etc. as needed and/or when sponsored by HR. 

  • Actively provide information to leaders, employees, and HRBPs such as resources for career development and learning opportunities, or job descriptions for hiring. 

  • 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. 

  • Manage team trackers as it relates to hiring, leadership development, org data, etc. 

 

Required Qualifications & Skills 

  • Minimum 1 years of experience in an HR client facing professional role. 

  • Demonstrates curiosity, business acumen and a desire to understand the ‘big picture’. 

  • Solutions oriented professional that enjoys thinking ‘outside the box’ to come up with the best solution to meet client and business needs. 

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information in a clear and courteous manner appropriate for the audience (individual contributor to executive level). 

  • Proven organizational and time management skills with ability to handle multiple competing priorities, while delivering high quality results and follow through. 

  • Relationship focused, with approachable style and ability to establish rapport with employees and key partners at all levels. 

  • Resourceful in navigating various company policies and processes, in order to ensure a comprehensive response to a client need or inquiry. 

  • Strong service orientation. 

  • Proven ability to work with sensitive and/or confidential information. 

  • Working knowledge of current HR best practices, labor laws, and regulations.  

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly ambiguous environment; flexible and adaptable 

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office: Excel (able to use pivot tables/formulas), Word, Power-point, Outlook. 

 

Preferred Qualifications 

  • Familiarity and comfort with SAP/Workday 

  • Familiarity with the theatre industry 

 

Education 

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Human Resources Management or related discipline or equivalent work experience. 

 

DTG is committed to providing the highest quality opportunities for the widest, most diverse group of talented professionals throughout their career trajectory. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds are currently underrepresented in the field of theater, inclusive of race, ethnicity, class, gender identity or expression, disability, and sexual orientation.   


The hiring range for this position in New York, NY is $61,500 to $82,300 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 Theatrical Group:

Disney Theatrical Group, a division of The Walt Disney Studios, was formed in 1994 and operates under the direction of Andrew Flatt, Anne Quart, and Thomas Schumacher. Worldwide, its ten Broadway titles, including the current Broadway productions of The Lion King and Aladdin, have been seen by more than 200 million theatregoers and have been nominated for 62 Tony® Awards, winning Broadway’s highest honor 20 times. Disney Theatrical Group also delivers live shows globally through its license to Feld Entertainment, producer of Disney on Ice. In addition, DTG licenses musical titles for local, school and community theatre productions through Music Theatre International, resulting in over 500,000 performances around the world reaching audiences of more than 150 million.

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 Buena Vista Theatrical Group Ltd., which is part of a business we call Disney Theatrical Group.

Buena Vista Theatrical Group Ltd. 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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