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Sr. Counsel, Employment Legal
THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Burbank, CA, USA (On-site)
$174,600 - $225,800 per year + bonus
At Disney, we're storytellers. We make the impossible, possible through utilizing and developing cutting-edge technology and pushing the envelope to bring stories to life.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The successful candidate for this Senior Counsel position will be 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, and be part of a team supporting matters affecting the entire Disney enterprise.
Required to work 4 days a week from our office in Burbank, CA or Lake Buena Vista, Florida.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• 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 and demand letters
• Manage administrative charge responses
• Work 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 or corporate legal department or a combination
• Concentration in and enthusiasm for employment law advice, counseling and dispute resolution
• Ability to spot and analyze complex issues and devise practical strategies and solutions
• Excellent verbal and written communication, and time management skills
• Excellent drafting, negotiating and training skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with co-workers at all levels
EDUCATION:
• JD or equivalent from an accredited law school
• Membership to the California State Bar or Florida State Bar in good standing or willingness and qualification to be Registered In-House Counsel
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
Comprehensive compensation package including bonus and/or long-term incentive units, plus full range of medical, financial, and other benefits.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this position, please visit the Disney Careers website:
https://jobs.disneycareers.com/job/burbank/sr-counsel-employment-legal/391/80123896752
The Walt Disney Company 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.
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