Director of Comms, Events and Talent Management

Job ID 10155235 Location London, United Kingdom Business The Walt Disney Company (EMEA) Date posted Jul. 21, 2026

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Job Summary:

About the Role & Team

The Disney+ team is responsible for the strategy, commercial performance and operations of Disney+ across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Based in our London headquarters, this role leads an integrated communications, events and talent management strategy across EMEA, helping shape how Disney+ connects with audiences, media, talent and industry stakeholders. Reporting into the VP Marketing, DTC EMEA, you will play a pivotal role in driving the visibility, reputation and cultural relevance of Disney+ across the region. Working closely with Marketing, Social & Influencer, Content, Corporate Communications and market teams across EMEA and the US, you will lead the development and execution of integrated campaigns that support business priorities and audience growth.

You will also lead a talented team of communications professionals across Disney+ and our linear channels business, fostering an inclusive, collaborative and high-performing culture where creativity, innovation and continuous development are encouraged.

You’ll join a team grounded in our Disney values — acting with Integrity, welcoming everyone through Inclusion, embracing boundless Creativity, working together through Collaboration and caring deeply for our Community. These values shape how we work and how we support one another every day.

What You Will Do

Develop and deliver communications, events and talent strategies that support Disney+ business priorities, content launches and audience growth across EMEA.
Lead integrated campaigns that maximise impact across earned, owned and shared channels, working in close partnership with Marketing, Social & Influencer and Content teams.
Shape and deliver high-profile events, premieres, screenings, talent tours, experiential activations and executive appearances across the region.
Build and maintain strong relationships with media, creators, talent representatives, production partners and key industry stakeholders.
Provide strategic counsel on reputation management, issues preparedness and crisis communications.
Partner with regional and US teams to ensure EMEA priorities are effectively represented within global campaigns and launches.
Use insights, data and performance measurement to continuously improve campaign effectiveness and demonstrate business impact.
Lead, coach and develop a team of 15, creating an inclusive environment where individuals can thrive and perform at their best.
Manage agency partnerships, budgets and resources to ensure high-quality delivery and strong return on investment.
Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, providing communications expertise that supports business objectives and organisational change.

Required Experience & Skills

We're looking for an experienced communications leader who combines strategic thinking with strong execution and a passion for storytelling.

Significant experience leading communications within entertainment, media, consumer brands or agency environments.
A track record of delivering high-impact, multi-market communications campaigns and integrated audience engagement strategies.
Experience working within complex, matrixed organisations and influencing senior stakeholders across multiple functions and markets.
Strong knowledge of media relations, talent management, events, social and influencer ecosystems, and reputation management.
Experience leading and developing high-performing teams and managing agency partnerships.
Excellent relationship-building, stakeholder management and communication skills.
Strong commercial awareness and the ability to use data and insights to inform decisions and measure success.
A collaborative leadership style with a commitment to inclusion, continuous learning and developing others.
The ability to navigate ambiguity, drive change and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

The Perks:

25 days annual leave
Private medical insurance & dental care
Free Park Entry: You will have the opportunity to enter any of our parks with your family and friends for free
Disney Discounts: you are entitled to discounts on designated Disney products, resort F&B and ticketing
Disney+ Subscription
Excellent parental and guardian leave
Employee Resource Groups – WOMEN@Disney, Disney MOSAIC, Disney PRIDE, ENABLED, and our Mental Health & Wellbeing Group, TRUST.

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. We are committed to building a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

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About The Walt Disney Company (EMEA):

Disney EMEA aims to drive growth, innovation and brand affinity across an extremely diverse collection of countries with a team of over 6,000 employees operating in 59 markets with offices in 29 countries.

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 The Walt Disney Company Limited, which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (EMEA).

The Walt Disney Company Limited is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion or belief, sex, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability or pregnancy or maternity. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

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