Senior Manager, Investor Relations

Job ID 10160510 Location Burbank, California, United States / New York, New York, United States Business The Walt Disney Company (Corporate) Date posted Sep. 17, 2026

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Job Summary:

The Sr. Manager, Investor Relations is a senior individual contributor within Disney Corporate, operating at the intersection of finance, strategy, and communications to serve as a subject matter expert on the Company’s operating and financial priorities for the global investment community. In this role, you will lead high-visibility, time-sensitive work that shapes how investors, analysts, and other stakeholders understand The Walt Disney Company’s performance, strategic priorities, and long-term value creation.

Responsibilities

As a skilled and experienced problem-solver, you will lead key elements of the earnings process, investor and analyst engagement, and cross-functional coordination across Disney’s corporate and segment finance teams. Acting as a strategic, persuasive, and collaborative team player, you will translate complex financial and operational information into clear, compelling narratives that support senior executives and reinforce Disney’s position as a leading-edge, innovative entertainment company. This individual contributor role matters because it ensures Disney’s story is communicated with rigor, precision, and insight, requiring strong analytical, communication, and relationship-building skills to be successful.

Serve as a subject matter expert and lead significant portions of the team’s day-to-day analytical workflows, including consensus modeling, peer benchmarking, and shareholder targeting to support earnings and investor communications.
Develop, review, and refine key deliverables for quarterly earnings cycles, ensuring messaging and materials are accurate, consistent, and aligned across corporate and segment partners.
Partner closely with FP&A, Controllership, and segment finance teams to synthesize complex financial and operational dynamics into clear insights that inform strategic communication and investor messaging.
Lead internal analyses and ad hoc projects, including executive- and Board-level presentations, that inform strategic priorities and help senior leaders communicate Disney’s financial storyline to external stakeholders.
Build and maintain strong, transparent relationships with investors and sell-side analysts, engaging directly on behalf of the Company and supporting conferences, roadshows, and one-on-one meetings.
Track and synthesize key insights from the investment community and competitive landscape, proactively surfacing themes, risks, and opportunities that shape Disney’s strategic narrative.
Collaborate with senior corporate executives and segment leadership to prepare for earnings announcements, investor conferences, and Board meetings, including developing speaking points, Q&A, and executive-level presentations.
Act as a strategic, persuasive communicator who can simplify complex ideas, influence senior stakeholders, and help align cross-functional partners around clear, consistent investor messaging.
Continuously improve analytical processes, reporting, and communication tools to enhance the quality, efficiency, and impact of Investor Relations deliverables.

Required Qualifications

Strong financial acumen with proficiency in quantitative analysis, financial modeling, and a solid understanding of equity markets, financial statements, and investor communications.
Demonstrated experience supporting or leading investor relations, finance, equity research, or related functions, with direct exposure to earnings processes, investor meetings, or analyst engagement.
Exceptional project management skills, with a track record of independently leading complex, multi-stakeholder workstreams under tight deadlines.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to craft clear, compelling narratives and executive-level presentations for diverse audiences.
High standard for accuracy, polish, and disciplined self-review, with acute attention to detail in analyses and materials.
Proactive, strategic problem-solver who can anticipate issues, navigate complexity, and propose practical, data-driven solutions.
Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with the ability to build strong partnerships across corporate and segment functions in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word; familiarity with market data or investor CRM tools is a plus.
Bachelor’s Degree + in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
10+ years of relevant experience in investor relations, finance, equity research, investment banking, or related disciplines.

Preferred Qualifications

MBA or other advanced degree in a relevant field.
Experience in the media, entertainment, or related industries, with familiarity of sector-specific dynamics and investor expectations.
Demonstrated ability to influence and build trust with senior executives through clear, strategic, and data-driven communication.

The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $152,800 to $186,600 per year and in New York, NY is $160,100 to $195,500 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 The Walt Disney Company (Corporate):

At Disney Corporate you can see how the businesses behind the Company’s powerful brands come together to create the most innovative, far-reaching and admired entertainment company in the world. As a member of a corporate team, you’ll work with world-class leaders driving the strategies that keep The Walt Disney Company at the leading edge of entertainment. See and be seen by other innovative thinkers as you enable the greatest storytellers in the world to create memories for millions of families around the globe.

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 The Walt Disney Company (Corporate).

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