Talent.com
Sr. Counsel, Employment Legal
Sr. Counsel, Employment LegalThe Walt Disney Company (Corporate) • Glendale, California, USA
[error_messages.no_longer_accepting]
Sr. Counsel, Employment Legal

Sr. Counsel, Employment Legal

The Walt Disney Company (Corporate) • Glendale, California, USA
[job_card.variable_days_ago]
[job_preview.job_type]
  • [job_card.full_time]
[job_card.job_description]

About the Role & Team

At Disney, we‘re storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. We do this through utilizing and developing cutting-edge technology and pushing the envelope to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our talented team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world.

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 – Disney Experiences; Disney Entertainment (including but not limited to Disney Live Action, Walt Disney Animation Studios, Marvel, Lucasfilm, Pixar, FX, National Geographic and ABC Studios); and ESPN.

The position will be required to work 4 days a week from our office in one of the following locations :

  • Burbank, CA, or
  • Lake Buena Vista, Florida

What You Will Do :

  • 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.
  • #CORP_Media #twdcmedia

    The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $174,600.00 to $225,800.00 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.

    [job_alerts.create_a_job]

    Legal Counsel • Glendale, California, USA

    [internal_linking.similar_jobs]
    California Licensed Employment Counsel

    California Licensed Employment Counsel

    VirtualVocations • Inglewood, California, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    A company is looking for a Global Employment Counsel to provide strategic legal guidance on employment matters across multiple jurisdictions. Key Responsibilities Provide analysis and counsel on g...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Labor & Employment Counsel (Attorney)

    Labor & Employment Counsel (Attorney)

    Top Echelon Software • Los Angeles, California, USA
    [job_card.full_time]
    LABOR & EMPLOYMENT COUNSEL ATTORNEY.Labor & Employment Practice.This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned practitioner to handle sophisticated employment litigation and advisory mat...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Labor & Employment - Sr. Associate Attorney or Counsel

    Labor & Employment - Sr. Associate Attorney or Counsel

    Butler Recruitment Group LLC • Los Angeles, California, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    [filters_job_card.quick_apply]
    WAGE & HOUR LAW CLASS ACTIONS.Locations : Los Angeles or San Francisco, CA.AmLaw 100 international law firm.Labor & Employment Practice. This role offers the opportunity to represent sophisti...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30]
    Mid-Level Associate, Employment Group

    Mid-Level Associate, Employment Group

    Anansys Staffing LLC • Santa Monica, CA, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    [filters_job_card.quick_apply]
    Job Description Our Employment Group is seeking a mid-level associate with employment law experience in both litigation and counseling for...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_hours] • [new]
    Labor & Employment Counsel (Attorney)

    Labor & Employment Counsel (Attorney)

    Butler Recruitment Group LLC • Los Angeles, California, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    [filters_job_card.quick_apply]
    LABOR & EMPLOYMENT COUNSEL ATTORNEY.Labor & Employment Practice .This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned practitioner to handle sophisticated employment litigation and adviso...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days]
    Labor & Employment Attorney (Partner / Of Counsel)

    Labor & Employment Attorney (Partner / Of Counsel)

    O'Hagan Meyer • Los Angeles, CA, US
    [job_card.full_time]
    [filters_job_card.quick_apply]
    Labor & Employment Litigation .This Partner / Of Counsel will join a diverse practice group that handles single plaintiff employment litigation, and wage & hour class litigation.The idea...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30]
    In-House Counsel Santa Monica, California, United States

    In-House Counsel Santa Monica, California, United States

    EVPassport, Inc. • Santa Monica, CA, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    EVPassport is the EV Charging hardware and software platform for purpose-driven organizations.Brands committed to sustainability rely on EVPassport to provide their customers with the most seamless...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Senior Corporate Counsel for Retail & Ecommerce Growth

    Senior Corporate Counsel for Retail & Ecommerce Growth

    ALO • Beverly Hills, CA, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    A fast-growing retail company located in Beverly Hills seeks a Corporate Counsel to manage various legal matters in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have a J.Responsibilities include ...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Labor & Employment Sr. Associate Attorney or Counsel

    Labor & Employment Sr. Associate Attorney or Counsel

    True North Consultants • Los Angeles, California, USA
    [job_card.full_time]
    WAGE & HOUR LAW CLASS ACTIONS.Locations : Los Angeles or San Francisco CA.AmLaw 100 international law firm.Labor & Employment Practice. This role offers the opportunity to represent sophistic...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Labor & Employment Counsel (Attorney)

    Labor & Employment Counsel (Attorney)

    Pernini Legal, LLC • Los Angeles, CA, US
    [job_card.full_time]
    [filters_job_card.quick_apply]
    LABOR & EMPLOYMENT COUNSEL ATTORNEY.This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned practitioner to handle sophisticated employment litigation and advisory matters for a diverse client base.High ...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Director, Litigation & Business Counsel

    Director, Litigation & Business Counsel

    Music Jobs US • Santa Monica, CA, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    A leading music industry company is seeking a Director of Business & Legal Affairs Litigation to oversee claims within their litigation team. This role involves investigating claims, supervising cou...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Employment Litigation Associate - Mid to Senior Level - Los Angeles or San Francisco

    Employment Litigation Associate - Mid to Senior Level - Los Angeles or San Francisco

    Davis Wright Tremaine • Los Angeles, CA, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    Davis Wright Tremaine LLP seeks to hire an employment associate with a minimum of four years' experience to join its vibrant California and national employment law practice.The ideal candidate will...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Texas Licensed Senior Counsel

    Texas Licensed Senior Counsel

    VirtualVocations • Glendale, California, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    Key Responsibilities : Provide legal support for practice management businesses, addressing various legal issues in healthcare Offer healthcare regulatory advice related to physician practice arr...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Employment & Labor Of Counsel

    Employment & Labor Of Counsel

    Wilson Elser Moskowitz Edelman & Dicker LLP • Los Angeles, CA, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journal's survey of the nation's largest law firms. We're also Mansfield Certified P...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Senior Labor Counsel

    Senior Labor Counsel

    Blossom HR • Los Angeles, California, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    [filters_job_card.quick_apply]
    A prominent full-service law firm is seeking a Counsel to join its Labor & Employment Department.The position is ideal for an attorney with substantial experience in employment law, including l...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days]
    Labor & Employment Attorney (Partner / Of Counsel) - Los Angeles

    Labor & Employment Attorney (Partner / Of Counsel) - Los Angeles

    Pernini Legal, LLC • Los Angeles, CA, US
    [job_card.full_time]
    [filters_job_card.quick_apply]
    LABOR & EMPLOYMENT ATTORNEY (PARTNER / OF COUNSEL).Our client, a prestigious law firm recognized in the 2024 edition of.Attorneys in this role, based in. This is a unique opportunity to take on a sign...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Employment & Labor | Senior Counsel

    Employment & Labor | Senior Counsel

    Norton Rose Fulbright • Los Angeles, CA, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    We are a global law firm with a powerful strategic focus and real momentum.Our industry-focused strategy is seeing us take on pioneering work in places that others have yet to reach.Our shared valu...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Employment & Labor | Senior Counsel

    Employment & Labor | Senior Counsel

    Aivana Limited • Los Angeles, California, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    [filters_job_card.quick_apply]
    California (Los Angeles, San Francisco, or Silicon Valley).Hybrid (TuesThurs onsite, Mon & Fri remote).Senior Counsel Employment & Labor. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced attorne...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days]