HR Business Partner

About the Role

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Product and Technology is hiring an HR Business Partner to join its HR team. This group powers the technology and product foundation behind Disney’s streaming ecosystem, including Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+, and other flagship products across Disney’s brands and franchises.

In this role, you will help shape and execute a people strategy that supports business goals. You will act as a strategic advisor to leadership teams within Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology, delivering integrated HR support across organization design, talent management, organizational effectiveness, change and transition management, functional HR integration, and other core people initiatives. The role reports to the Director, People & Culture Business Partner.

What You’ll Do

• Partner directly with client groups to resolve people-related challenges and support business initiatives with practical HR solutions.
• Develop a strong understanding of the business and help drive people programs aligned to its priorities.
• Provide end-to-end HR support so employees and managers have a clear, coordinated connection to the wider HR organization.
• Own assigned HR projects and initiatives, which may include performance management, talent planning, compensation planning, career growth, and organization design.
• Support day-to-day HR matters for assigned teams and ensure proposed solutions create real value for the business.
• Act as a trusted contact for employees seeking guidance, support, or help raising concerns.
• Address employee relations matters within assigned groups and escalate complex cases to the Senior Manager and Employee Relations team when needed.
• Work closely with HR business partners in other areas to maintain a consistent employee and leader experience.
• Coach business leaders on HR policies and processes, including talent planning, learning, and performance management, to encourage engagement and continuous development.
• Collaborate with HR specialists to execute people strategies that support business goals and growth.
• Review trends and workforce metrics, then work with HR experts to recommend solutions and build programs that better serve client needs.
• Maintain strong business understanding and use it to provide thoughtful consultation and influence leadership decisions.
• Identify situations that require escalation and surface them promptly.

What We’re Looking For

• At least 3 years of experience in Human Resources.
• Ability to manage several projects at once while staying organized and prioritizing effectively.
• Strong capability in combining strategy with execution and aligning HR work to business needs.
• Comfort working with data, interpreting trends, and turning numbers into clear insights and stories.
• Advanced Excel ability, including formulas, pivot tables, and charts/graphs.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to investigate issues thoroughly.
• Resourceful problem-solver who can guide clients through complex situations even when the answer is not obvious.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presentation development.
• Solid understanding of HR practices and current industry approaches.
• Confident facilitation, presentation, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to influence stakeholders, work across a diverse organization, and help deliver business outcomes.
• Comfort handling conflict and challenging conventional thinking when needed.
• Preferred: prior HR experience within The Walt Disney Company.
• Preferred: consulting or change management experience.

Education

A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification in Business, Human Resources Management, or a related field is required. A master’s degree or MBA in Organizational Development, Leadership, or a related area is preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

The expected base pay range for this role in Glendale, CA is $104,800 to $128,000 per year. Actual pay may differ based on internal equity, location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may also be part of the total compensation package, along with medical, financial, and other benefits depending on the level offered.

Additional Information

This role is offered through The Walt Disney Company’s legal entity. The company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion.