Key Responsibilities:

• In partnership with the Head of Walt Disney Animation Studios, and People and Culture teams in Burbank, create and evolve People & Culture strategies and infrastructure for the Vancouver studio, including organization design, talent management, compensation & benefits, employee relations, learning & development and HR policies and procedures

• Drive people engagement strategies that align with business priorities and foster an environment where all employees are respected and valued

• Integrate diversity and inclusion strategies and priorities into business plans in partnership with Opportunity and Inclusion team

• Coach business leaders on HR policies and processes including talent planning, learning and development, and performance management to promote engagement and a culture of continuous growth and development

• Translate near and long-term operating goals into People & Culture strategies; initiate and implement the work with key stakeholders and functional partners to ensure appropriate solutions are delivered to address business strategies including Canadian tax credit compliance.

• In partnership with Department Managers and Craft/Show Leaders, assess talent capabilities and development needs based on business strategy in order to help close gaps between current and future skill sets

• Work closely with WDAS communications teams to ensure the Vancouver studio internal comms are consistent, timely and localized

• Represent the Vancouver studio as it relates to

  • Working with and alongside industry peers and advisors for sharing knowledge and best practices

  • Active participation in industry associations; monitor and drive key legislative progress and changes and assess their impact on the studio

• Challenge the status quo; pursue different approaches to our work by demonstrating flexibility, nimbleness, transparency, agility and global thinking

• Build effective and productive relationships with internal stakeholders and clients at all levels of the organization and act as an effective bridge builder across all functions and levels within the organization

• Lead, mentor and develop the local People & Culture team

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in human resources, organization development, or related talent planning field

• You position yourself as credible. You garner respect, act with integrity, and keep commitments

• You are proactive. You have a point of view, challenge assumptions, and take initiative

• You are a trusted thought-partner. You build relationships and deliver results

• You are a proven self-starter. You see the big picture and handle the details with ease

• You can manage and prioritize complex projects in a fast-paced and high volume, matrixed environment

• You are an exceptional communicator. You handle pressure and tension with calm and focus and keep your partners and teams involved and informed appropriately.

• You lead with compassion and empathy

• You are an effective consultant and advocate for the Vancouver studio. You build awareness on key organizational issues, as well as consensus for relevant solutions.

• You guide stakeholders to drive organizational improvement and change

• You maintain a broad view of the business and deliver solutions that balance individual client and overall Studio needs

• You manage and thrive within ambiguity and are not easily deterred by obstacles

• You have a deep understanding of HR rules and practices in British Columbia

• You have an established reputation and are active and involved in the local industry

• Animation industry knowledge or relatable industry experience is preferred

Required Education:

• BA/BS degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business or equivalent experience

The hiring range for this position in British Columbia, Canada is C$130,500 to C$175,000 CAD 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 full range of medical, financial, and/or other variable pay or benefits, may be offered dependent on the level and position offered.