Sr. Counsel, Employment Legal

At Disney, we are storytellers. We make the impossible possible through cutting-edge technology and by pushing the envelope to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our talented team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world.

We are seeking a Senior Counsel, Employment Legal to become an integral part of Disney’s Employment Law team, working on employment matters from the routine to the revolutionary. This position will provide employment legal support to Disney’s Florida-based businesses, predominantly handling matters concerning cast members at the Walt Disney World Resort. You will also be part of a team supporting matters affecting the entire Disney enterprise, including Disney Experiences, Disney Entertainment (such as Disney Live Action, Walt Disney Animation Studios, Marvel, Lucasfilm, Pixar, FX, National Geographic, and ABC Studios), and ESPN. Please note that this position is required to work 4 days a week from our office in Burbank, CA or Lake Buena Vista, Florida.

What You Will Do:

• Counsel internal clients on various employment matters, including reasonable accommodations, leaves of absence, fair pay, and wage and hour issues.
• Advise on harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and other workplace investigations.
• Respond to claims, demand letters, and manage administrative charge responses.
• Work collaboratively with Employee Relations to enhance training programs.
• Handle administrative conferences and hearings.

Required Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of relevant experience in a law firm, a corporate legal department, or a combination of both.
• A strong concentration in and enthusiasm for employment law advice, counseling, and dispute resolution.
• Proven ability to spot and analyze complex legal issues and devise practical strategies and solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, drafting, negotiating, training, and time management skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with co-workers at all levels of the organization.
• A JD or equivalent from an accredited law school.
• Membership to the California State Bar or Florida State Bar in good standing, or the willingness and qualification to be Registered In-House Counsel.

The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $174,600.00 to $225,800.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and 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 a full range of benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.