Manager, Labor Relations

Job Summary

This role reports to two Senior Managers - Sr. Manager, Employee Relations and Sr. Manager, Labor Relations. This Manager (Charges) is responsible for managing complex employee relations matters, primarily the preparation of and responses to federal, state, and local agencies (e.g., EEOC). This role partners closely with HR, Legal, Labor Relations, Employee Relations and business leaders to ensure compliance with employment laws and collective bargaining agreements, while advocating the Company’s position and maintaining positive employee/labor relations.

• Research/investigate, prepare, and draft responses to inquiries from EEOC and other regulatory agencies in partnership with Employment Legal.
• Gather and analyze relevant documentation to support Company’s position in agency responses.
• Interpret and apply collective bargaining agreements to resolve issues and maintain compliance.
• Collaborate with HR partners and business leaders to integrate processes and protocols into case management.
• Provide guidance and training to HR and leadership on employee relations and labor relations best practices.
• Monitor trends and recommend proactive strategies to mitigate risk.

• 2-4 years of relevant experience in Employee Relations, Labor Relations, Human Resources, or equivalent (e.g. EEO investigations, EEOC/State/Local Agency interactions, CBA interpretation, ADAAA Accommodations processes)
• Strong understanding and working knowledge of all aspects of local, state and federal labor and employment laws including, but not limited to NLRA, Title VII, ADEA, ADAAA, and FMLA; and associated employment laws (including agency response work)
• Highly skilled in legal research, with an emphasis on current precedent as well as timely understanding and application of changes to labor and employment laws.
• Possesses strong writing skills to draft persuasive responses on behalf of the Company (e.g., position statements, responses to information requests).
• Ability to demonstrate tact, diplomacy, and nuanced understanding of the communication needs of different audiences and represent the Company in a professional manner.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive matters.

• Bachelor’s Degree preferably in the field of Employee Relations, Industrial Labor Relations, Labor/Employment Law or equivalent.
• JD or equivalent training and accreditation preferred

• Experience in a unionized environment
• Prior experience partnering with Employment Legal on agency responses.
• Bilingual

The hiring range for this position in Anaheim, CA is $ to $ 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.

Disney Experiences brings the magic of Disney stories and franchises to life through theme parks, resorts, cruise ships, unique vacation experiences, products and more around the world. Disney shines in the travel industry with six resort destinations in the United States, Europe and Asia; a top-rated cruise line; a popular vacation ownership program; an award‑winning guided family adventure business. Plus, Disney’s global consumer products operations include the world’s leading licensing business;

the world’s largest children’s publishing brands; one of the world’s largest licensors of games across all platforms; and Disney store locations around the world and on the web.

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…