HR Business Partner

Job ID 10154300 Location Burbank, California, United States Business The Walt Disney Company (Corporate) Date posted Jul. 01, 2026

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Job Summary:

Disney Entertainment (DE) is one of The Walt Disney Company’s three core business segments, alongside Sports and Experiences. The segment includes the Company’s global, non-sports film, television, and direct-to-consumer content production and distribution businesses across Linear Networks, Direct-to-Consumer streaming services, and Content Sales/Licensing.

The Human Resources Business Partner will partner with HR and business leaders to support the goals of the DE Finance organization. This role requires strong business acumen, HR and organizational development expertise, and consulting skills. The ideal candidate will bring a proactive, solutions-oriented approach to identifying business needs, shaping talent strategies, and delivering sustainable people solutions that drive organizational effectiveness. The HRBP will also serve as a trusted advisor to leaders on key HR programs and processes, including performance management, talent planning, end of year planning, and change management, with the goal of enhancing employee engagement and business performance.

Responsibilities:

Provide HR support across DE Finance in partnership with the Senior Manager, HRBP, while contributing to broader initiatives within the team’s portfolio
Serve as the primary HR partner to leaders across supported client groups, including Vice Presidents and Directors, advising on organizational effectiveness, team dynamics, talent matters, and day-to-day HR strategy
Coordinate across HR stakeholders to deliver seamless day-to-day and long-term HR support
Coach leaders on individual and team performance, development, employee engagement, and workplace concern
Lead core talent processes, including performance calibrations, talent reviews, succession planning, leadership development, and talent assessment
Contribute to broader HRBP team and enterprise initiatives, including data analysis, transformation workstreams, talent mobility efforts, and other strategic projects
Build strong partnerships with clients at all levels of the organization

Basic Qualifications:

5+ years of experience as a People and Culture Business Partner or in a comparable HR role
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience
Ability to assess business needs and recommend effective HR solutions using data and multiple inputs
Experience aligning HR initiatives to broader business and people strategies
Proven ability to build trust, influence stakeholders, and operate as a credible thought partner
Strong ability to use workforce insights and analytics to inform decisions and guide leaders
Strong organizational, communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Experience directly supporting client groups in an HRBP or equivalent capacity
Must be available to work onsite 4 days per week (Monday-Thursday). Fridays are remote with flexibility to work onsite as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience across multiple HR disciplines, including organizational development, employee relations, talent acquisition, learning and development, and compensation
Project management experience
Experience working in a large, matrixed corporate environment

The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $115,300 to $140,900 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 HR Strategies & Services, LLC, which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (Corporate).

Disney HR Strategies & Services, LLC 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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