Licensing Sales Manager - Party (Fixed-term contract) Licensing Sales Manager - Party (Fixed-term contract) Apply Now Apply Later Job ID Location London, United Kingdom Business Disney Experiences Date posted6月. 23, 2025 Job Summary: About the Role & Team Are you passionate about bringing Disney magic to life through celebration and creativity? As aLicensing Sales Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our beloved brands across the EMEA region, with a dedicated focus ongirls' dress-up, apparel, and party categories. You'll lead strategic planning and execution for Softlines and Party, manage key licensee relationships, and identify new partners to drive category growth. Your work will directly influence how Disney is represented in party experiences across the region. This is a full-time, fixed-term contract covering parental leave, based in our London Hammersmith office, four days a week. What You Will Do Partner with the Senior Licensing Sales Manager/Licensing Sales Director to implement long-term strategies forSoftlines and Party, aligning with franchise and category goals. Use market trends, consumer insights, and commercial data to shape strategies that grow thegirls' dress-up, apparel, and partybusiness across EMEA. Lead the annual operating plan and quarterly forecasting for Softlines and Party licensees, collaborating with franchise, marketing, product development, and finance teams. Manage and grow relationships with licensees in thegirls' dress-up and partyspace, ensuring strong joint business planning and performance. Negotiate regional contracts and ensure alignment with global and local stakeholders. Collaborate with creative and product development teams to bring innovative Softlines and Party products to market, ensuring brand integrity and commercial success. Support licensees and retailers with marketing initiatives that drive sell-through, including digital, social, and in-store activations. Champion Disney's International Labour Standards (ILS) process with suppliers in the Softlines and Party categories. Lead new business development efforts and research to identify scalable opportunities indress-up, partywear, and related softlines. Represent the category in market meetings and share best practices across regions. Required Qualifications & Skills Proven experience inproduct development, merchandising, or commercial saleswithingirls' dress-up, softlines, or party categories. Strong understanding of the consumer products industry, ideally with licensing experience. Demonstrated ability to build and manage commercial relationships, lead cross-functional collaboration, and deliver against financial targets. Analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable strategies. Agile and proactive in identifying new opportunities and adapting to change. Proficient in MS Office tools and fluent in English; additional European languages are a plus. Strong grasp of digital and retail marketing, with a creative and strategic approach to problem-solving. Excellent planning, organizational, and influencing skills. Cultural awareness and sensitivity to local market dynamics across EMEA. The Perks 25 days annual leave Private medical insurance & dental care Free Park Entry: the opportunity to enter any of our parks with your family and friends for free Disney Discounts: entitled to discounts on designated Disney products, resort F&B and ticketing Excellent parental and guardian leave Employee Resource Groups - Disney DIVERSITY, Disney PRIDE, our new disability & neurodiversity focused group - 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. Disney is committed to forming a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. About Disney Experiences: 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; and 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. 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 Disney Experiences . 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. Sign up to receive new job alerts and company information based on your preferences.
Jun 26, 2025
Full time
Licensing Sales Manager - Party (Fixed-term contract) Licensing Sales Manager - Party (Fixed-term contract) Apply Now Apply Later Job ID Location London, United Kingdom Business Disney Experiences Date posted6月. 23, 2025 Job Summary: About the Role & Team Are you passionate about bringing Disney magic to life through celebration and creativity? As aLicensing Sales Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our beloved brands across the EMEA region, with a dedicated focus ongirls' dress-up, apparel, and party categories. You'll lead strategic planning and execution for Softlines and Party, manage key licensee relationships, and identify new partners to drive category growth. Your work will directly influence how Disney is represented in party experiences across the region. This is a full-time, fixed-term contract covering parental leave, based in our London Hammersmith office, four days a week. What You Will Do Partner with the Senior Licensing Sales Manager/Licensing Sales Director to implement long-term strategies forSoftlines and Party, aligning with franchise and category goals. Use market trends, consumer insights, and commercial data to shape strategies that grow thegirls' dress-up, apparel, and partybusiness across EMEA. Lead the annual operating plan and quarterly forecasting for Softlines and Party licensees, collaborating with franchise, marketing, product development, and finance teams. Manage and grow relationships with licensees in thegirls' dress-up and partyspace, ensuring strong joint business planning and performance. Negotiate regional contracts and ensure alignment with global and local stakeholders. Collaborate with creative and product development teams to bring innovative Softlines and Party products to market, ensuring brand integrity and commercial success. Support licensees and retailers with marketing initiatives that drive sell-through, including digital, social, and in-store activations. Champion Disney's International Labour Standards (ILS) process with suppliers in the Softlines and Party categories. Lead new business development efforts and research to identify scalable opportunities indress-up, partywear, and related softlines. Represent the category in market meetings and share best practices across regions. Required Qualifications & Skills Proven experience inproduct development, merchandising, or commercial saleswithingirls' dress-up, softlines, or party categories. Strong understanding of the consumer products industry, ideally with licensing experience. Demonstrated ability to build and manage commercial relationships, lead cross-functional collaboration, and deliver against financial targets. Analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable strategies. Agile and proactive in identifying new opportunities and adapting to change. Proficient in MS Office tools and fluent in English; additional European languages are a plus. Strong grasp of digital and retail marketing, with a creative and strategic approach to problem-solving. Excellent planning, organizational, and influencing skills. Cultural awareness and sensitivity to local market dynamics across EMEA. The Perks 25 days annual leave Private medical insurance & dental care Free Park Entry: the opportunity to enter any of our parks with your family and friends for free Disney Discounts: entitled to discounts on designated Disney products, resort F&B and ticketing Excellent parental and guardian leave Employee Resource Groups - Disney DIVERSITY, Disney PRIDE, our new disability & neurodiversity focused group - 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. Disney is committed to forming a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. About Disney Experiences: 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; and 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. 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 Disney Experiences . 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. Sign up to receive new job alerts and company information based on your preferences.
Licensing Sales Manager - Hardlines (Toys, Puzzles, Games)(FTC) Licensing Sales Manager - Hardlines (Toys, Puzzles, Games)(FTC) Apply Now Apply Later Job ID Location London, United Kingdom Business Disney Experiences Date posted6月. 23, 2025 Job Summary: About the Role & Team This role is responsible for the strategic and commercial management of the Games, Puzzles, and Toys category within the Hardlines business across EMEA. You will plan and execute long-term and fiscal year strategies, manage a portfolio of existing accounts, and drive a rationalisation plan to ensure effective and focused business management. You'll apply creativity, commercial acumen, and category expertise in Games, Puzzles, and Toys product development under the Hardlines umbrella. Leveraging knowledge of digital, social, and bricks-and-mortar marketing, along with key trends and consumer insights, you will develop and drive cross-functional strategies. Agility is key to capitalising on emerging opportunities and targeting new partners. This is a fixed-term contract role, based out of the London office in Hammersmith, 4 days a week. What You Will Do In conjunction with the Senior Licensing Sales Manager/Licensing Sales Director, implement the long-term strategy for the Games, Puzzles, and Toys category within Hardlines, in collaboration with relevant stakeholders. Use key trends, commercial data, and consumer insights to develop and drive strategies across departments, while remaining agile to seize new opportunities and identify target partners. Manage the annual operating plan and quarterly forecasting process. Develop licensee objectives and strategies in partnership with markets, consumer demo groups, category teams, franchise, marketing, product development, and finance. Actively manage and cultivate relationships with EMEA accounts, ensuring strong engagement and joint business planning. Lead contract negotiations for designated accounts and ensure alignment with global, EMEA, and local stakeholders. Collaborate with creative teams and, where applicable, Global Interactive Experiences, on product development. Support marketing efforts to drive product sell-through at retail. Communicate the International Labour Standards (ILS) process and act as the liaison between suppliers and The Walt Disney Company (TWDC) ILS team. Execute new business development pitches and lead research initiatives to identify scalable opportunities. Coordinate and contribute to market meetings, sharing insights and updates. Build strong relationships with Disney market teams to understand local needs, share best practices, and align on strategy and franchise updates. Collaborate with international DCP teams to exchange knowledge and drive global consistency. Required Qualifications & Skills Degree-level education in a related field or equivalent work experience. Experience in the consumer products industry, ideally within Games, Puzzles, or Toys. Proven ability to build effective relationships and lead cross-functional collaboration to achieve financial and strategic goals. Demonstrated experience in team development and performance management. Strong financial acumen with the ability to translate data into actionable plans. Analytical mindset with the ability to draw practical conclusions and implement recommendations. Agile and opportunistic approach to business development. Resilient and adaptable in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Keynote. Fluent in English for business use; additional European languages are a plus. Strong understanding of digital, social, and retail marketing. Strategic thinker with a commercial mindset and problem-solving skills. Excellent planning, organisation, and influencing skills. Forward-thinking with the ability to translate industry trends into growth opportunities for TWDC. Culturally sensitive with a strong understanding of local markets across EMEA. The Perks 25 days annual leave Private medical insurance & dental care Free Park Entry: the opportunity to enter any of our parks with your family and friends for free Disney Discounts: entitled to discounts on designated Disney products, resort F&B and ticketing Excellent parental and guardian leave Employee Resource Groups - Disney DIVERSITY, Disney PRIDE, our new disability & neurodiversity focused group - 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. Disney is committed to forming a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. About Disney Experiences: 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; and 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. 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 Disney Experiences . 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. Sign up to receive new job alerts and company information based on your preferences.
Jun 26, 2025
Full time
Licensing Sales Manager - Hardlines (Toys, Puzzles, Games)(FTC) Licensing Sales Manager - Hardlines (Toys, Puzzles, Games)(FTC) Apply Now Apply Later Job ID Location London, United Kingdom Business Disney Experiences Date posted6月. 23, 2025 Job Summary: About the Role & Team This role is responsible for the strategic and commercial management of the Games, Puzzles, and Toys category within the Hardlines business across EMEA. You will plan and execute long-term and fiscal year strategies, manage a portfolio of existing accounts, and drive a rationalisation plan to ensure effective and focused business management. You'll apply creativity, commercial acumen, and category expertise in Games, Puzzles, and Toys product development under the Hardlines umbrella. Leveraging knowledge of digital, social, and bricks-and-mortar marketing, along with key trends and consumer insights, you will develop and drive cross-functional strategies. Agility is key to capitalising on emerging opportunities and targeting new partners. This is a fixed-term contract role, based out of the London office in Hammersmith, 4 days a week. What You Will Do In conjunction with the Senior Licensing Sales Manager/Licensing Sales Director, implement the long-term strategy for the Games, Puzzles, and Toys category within Hardlines, in collaboration with relevant stakeholders. Use key trends, commercial data, and consumer insights to develop and drive strategies across departments, while remaining agile to seize new opportunities and identify target partners. Manage the annual operating plan and quarterly forecasting process. Develop licensee objectives and strategies in partnership with markets, consumer demo groups, category teams, franchise, marketing, product development, and finance. Actively manage and cultivate relationships with EMEA accounts, ensuring strong engagement and joint business planning. Lead contract negotiations for designated accounts and ensure alignment with global, EMEA, and local stakeholders. Collaborate with creative teams and, where applicable, Global Interactive Experiences, on product development. Support marketing efforts to drive product sell-through at retail. Communicate the International Labour Standards (ILS) process and act as the liaison between suppliers and The Walt Disney Company (TWDC) ILS team. Execute new business development pitches and lead research initiatives to identify scalable opportunities. Coordinate and contribute to market meetings, sharing insights and updates. Build strong relationships with Disney market teams to understand local needs, share best practices, and align on strategy and franchise updates. Collaborate with international DCP teams to exchange knowledge and drive global consistency. Required Qualifications & Skills Degree-level education in a related field or equivalent work experience. Experience in the consumer products industry, ideally within Games, Puzzles, or Toys. Proven ability to build effective relationships and lead cross-functional collaboration to achieve financial and strategic goals. Demonstrated experience in team development and performance management. Strong financial acumen with the ability to translate data into actionable plans. Analytical mindset with the ability to draw practical conclusions and implement recommendations. Agile and opportunistic approach to business development. Resilient and adaptable in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Keynote. Fluent in English for business use; additional European languages are a plus. Strong understanding of digital, social, and retail marketing. Strategic thinker with a commercial mindset and problem-solving skills. Excellent planning, organisation, and influencing skills. Forward-thinking with the ability to translate industry trends into growth opportunities for TWDC. Culturally sensitive with a strong understanding of local markets across EMEA. The Perks 25 days annual leave Private medical insurance & dental care Free Park Entry: the opportunity to enter any of our parks with your family and friends for free Disney Discounts: entitled to discounts on designated Disney products, resort F&B and ticketing Excellent parental and guardian leave Employee Resource Groups - Disney DIVERSITY, Disney PRIDE, our new disability & neurodiversity focused group - 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. Disney is committed to forming a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. About Disney Experiences: 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; and 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. 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 Disney Experiences . 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. Sign up to receive new job alerts and company information based on your preferences.
Senior HR Advisor Apply Now Apply Later Job ID Location London, United Kingdom Business The Walt Disney Company (EMEA) Date posted6月. 23, 2025 Job Summary: About the Role & Team Be you, be here, be part of the story! At The Walt Disney Company, magic is more than just a word; it's a way of life. For a century, we've been inspiring imaginations, celebrating diversity, and bringing families together through our beloved stories, characters, and experiences. From our iconic theme parks and resorts to our groundbreaking films, television shows, interactive media and products, we're dedicated to creating magic that knows no bounds. We are looking for an experienced Senior HR Advisor to make a meaningful impact and be part of our dynamic team. Join us in shaping the magic behind the scenes! The successful Senior HR Advisor will play a key role within our Business Partner team, providing proactive and commercially focused support to relevant business areas. The role works globally and needs to develop key relationships with UK, US and EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) stakeholders. As a Senior HR Advisor, the individual will undertake an active role in the day-to-day business support and advice across the employee lifecycle and HR initiatives including recruitment, change management, talent planning, annual compensation planning, diversity and inclusion initiatives and employee relations. For this role to succeed the Senior HR Advisor must develop close working relationships with the HR Business Partners to execute the business and HR objectives, providing appropriate escalation when necessary. The role will also interface with HR Center of Excellence's (COEs) and HR Operations team to leverage specialist resources and advice as required in Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Compensation & Benefits, and Global HR Operations. This is an office-based role. 4 days working in the Hammersmith, London office with 1 day working from home (Monday or Friday). What You Will Do Provide a trusted HR advisory service and administrative support across multiple client groups and segments, act as a first point of contact to UK employees and leaders within Technology and Enabling Functions on a range of HR generalist matters relating to the employee lifecycle. Work with the Senior and HR Business Partner to support the business client groups and key stakeholders to deliver against the TWDC business and HR strategy. Support the HR Business Partners by facilitating and coordinating the maintenance of critical HR information and processes including headcount management, organization charts, key recruitment metrics, ER case management, reward data. Assist the deliverable of annual HR processes, such as salary and bonus review, talent planning, commitment setting and quality conversations, intern enrolment, induction programme etc. Own end to end ER cases, including performance improvement plans, flexible working requests, disciplinary, grievance, and sickness absence. Support the exit interview process, ensuring conversations are managed by the appropriate level within the Team. Support managers with Headcount Management processes on areas such as repurposing roles, monitoring where roles are needing help to move for approval, and support on use of the Workday system. Act as liaison point and build strong relationships with HR Centre's of Excellence; Compensation & Benefits, Learning & Development, Talent Acquisition, GHRO, Organisation Management. Take full ownership for maintaining and updating organisation structure charts in the Employee system of record (Workday) for the relevant business area. Responsible for ensuring the accuracy of headcount requests, records in Workday and acting as a key liaison point for the Compensation team, also providing an interface with GHRO on administrative areas such as contracts, letters, employee changes etc. Involvement in wider HR team projects and initiatives such as reorganisations, DE&I, Employee Engagement, etc. Deputise for the HRBPs, where appropriate. Required Qualifications & Skills Experience of multi-national, matrix based, commercial organizations Experience working with Technology and Enabling Functions client groups preferable Proven generalist HR advisory experience CIPD qualified or studying towards Skills Required Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent communications skills Excellent attention to detail Ability to remain calm under pressure and to cope with people in emotive situations Able to work autonomously Able to multi-task and prioritize workloads given by multiple stakeholders Able to work with all levels in the organisation and with stakeholders across the world IT savvy across core business applications and remote working tools (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Slack, Zoom) 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 Excellent parental and guardian leave Employee Resource Groups - Disney DIVERSITY, 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. Disney is committed to forming a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. 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. 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Jun 26, 2025
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Senior HR Advisor Apply Now Apply Later Job ID Location London, United Kingdom Business The Walt Disney Company (EMEA) Date posted6月. 23, 2025 Job Summary: About the Role & Team Be you, be here, be part of the story! At The Walt Disney Company, magic is more than just a word; it's a way of life. For a century, we've been inspiring imaginations, celebrating diversity, and bringing families together through our beloved stories, characters, and experiences. From our iconic theme parks and resorts to our groundbreaking films, television shows, interactive media and products, we're dedicated to creating magic that knows no bounds. We are looking for an experienced Senior HR Advisor to make a meaningful impact and be part of our dynamic team. Join us in shaping the magic behind the scenes! The successful Senior HR Advisor will play a key role within our Business Partner team, providing proactive and commercially focused support to relevant business areas. The role works globally and needs to develop key relationships with UK, US and EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) stakeholders. As a Senior HR Advisor, the individual will undertake an active role in the day-to-day business support and advice across the employee lifecycle and HR initiatives including recruitment, change management, talent planning, annual compensation planning, diversity and inclusion initiatives and employee relations. For this role to succeed the Senior HR Advisor must develop close working relationships with the HR Business Partners to execute the business and HR objectives, providing appropriate escalation when necessary. The role will also interface with HR Center of Excellence's (COEs) and HR Operations team to leverage specialist resources and advice as required in Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Compensation & Benefits, and Global HR Operations. This is an office-based role. 4 days working in the Hammersmith, London office with 1 day working from home (Monday or Friday). What You Will Do Provide a trusted HR advisory service and administrative support across multiple client groups and segments, act as a first point of contact to UK employees and leaders within Technology and Enabling Functions on a range of HR generalist matters relating to the employee lifecycle. Work with the Senior and HR Business Partner to support the business client groups and key stakeholders to deliver against the TWDC business and HR strategy. Support the HR Business Partners by facilitating and coordinating the maintenance of critical HR information and processes including headcount management, organization charts, key recruitment metrics, ER case management, reward data. Assist the deliverable of annual HR processes, such as salary and bonus review, talent planning, commitment setting and quality conversations, intern enrolment, induction programme etc. Own end to end ER cases, including performance improvement plans, flexible working requests, disciplinary, grievance, and sickness absence. Support the exit interview process, ensuring conversations are managed by the appropriate level within the Team. Support managers with Headcount Management processes on areas such as repurposing roles, monitoring where roles are needing help to move for approval, and support on use of the Workday system. Act as liaison point and build strong relationships with HR Centre's of Excellence; Compensation & Benefits, Learning & Development, Talent Acquisition, GHRO, Organisation Management. Take full ownership for maintaining and updating organisation structure charts in the Employee system of record (Workday) for the relevant business area. Responsible for ensuring the accuracy of headcount requests, records in Workday and acting as a key liaison point for the Compensation team, also providing an interface with GHRO on administrative areas such as contracts, letters, employee changes etc. Involvement in wider HR team projects and initiatives such as reorganisations, DE&I, Employee Engagement, etc. Deputise for the HRBPs, where appropriate. Required Qualifications & Skills Experience of multi-national, matrix based, commercial organizations Experience working with Technology and Enabling Functions client groups preferable Proven generalist HR advisory experience CIPD qualified or studying towards Skills Required Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent communications skills Excellent attention to detail Ability to remain calm under pressure and to cope with people in emotive situations Able to work autonomously Able to multi-task and prioritize workloads given by multiple stakeholders Able to work with all levels in the organisation and with stakeholders across the world IT savvy across core business applications and remote working tools (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Slack, Zoom) 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 Excellent parental and guardian leave Employee Resource Groups - Disney DIVERSITY, 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. Disney is committed to forming a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. 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. 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Retail Supervisor, Disney Theatrical Apply Now Apply Later Job ID Location London, United Kingdom Business The Walt Disney Company (EMEA) Date posted3月. 17, 2025 Job Summary: Job Summary: The merchandise seller is responsible for providing exceptional Service whilst selling merchandise and creating magical memories for Guests from around the world! Whilst handling payment transactions and inventory with accuracy, they create a fun and engaging experience for Guests of all ages, contributing to the overall success of the retail business. By helping a family choose the perfect souvenir or stocking the shelves with the latest merchandise, this role plays an integral part of making every Guests visit and memorable one. The role has a large impact on the efficiency of daily operations and is required to achieve tasks in a positive, proactive, and professional manner; whilst collaborating with colleagues to meet goals. As a revenue generating role this job requires individuals to achieve results through proactive selling, a focus on promotions & incentives, adapting to different sales areas & techniques, and maximise opportunities for sales throughout a sales period. Responsibilities: Meeting sales, service, and presentation goals Proactively welcoming Guests, assisting in selecting merchandise and providing information about products. Operating the EPOS till system accurately and handling transactions effectively. Maintaining accurate inventory records and restocking merchandise as needed. Supporting in dressing displays and arranging Merchandise to attract Guests, maintaining Disney Brand standards. Keeping the shop or kiosk areas clean and organised. Maintaining a positive, smiley and friendly attitude towards Guests and colleagues; demonstrating a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in all actions. Consistently and appropriately offering promotions or upselling products to enhance the guest experience, and meeting sales targets. Keeping up to date with product knowledge and sales promotions. Following safety and security procedures to prevent loss and theft of merchandise. Attending team meetings and training sessions. Assist with stock deliveries. Working both independently and as part of the team to meet performance goals, shared team goals and maintain efficiency. Adhering to all set policies, procedures, and administrative requirements. Basic Qualifications: No previous experience is required, but experience in retail or customer service is a plus Strong communication skills and ability to engage with Guests Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and Bank Holidays Cash and stock handling experience Customer service skills Ability to work well in a team environment Good attention to detail Positive can-do attitude Preferred Qualifications: Additional responsibilities and duties will be assigned based on the needs of the business. Additional Information: Shifts are usually 8 hours, Monday through Sunday. However, shift lengths will vary depending on the needs of the business. Shift times will vary based on performance schedule and operation needs. Shifts can start as early as 9am and finish as late as 11pm and are allocated based on the needs of the business. All staff need to be available for day times, evenings and weekends. 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. Sign up to receive new job alerts and company information based on your preferences. 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Jun 20, 2025
Full time
Retail Supervisor, Disney Theatrical Apply Now Apply Later Job ID Location London, United Kingdom Business The Walt Disney Company (EMEA) Date posted3月. 17, 2025 Job Summary: Job Summary: The merchandise seller is responsible for providing exceptional Service whilst selling merchandise and creating magical memories for Guests from around the world! Whilst handling payment transactions and inventory with accuracy, they create a fun and engaging experience for Guests of all ages, contributing to the overall success of the retail business. By helping a family choose the perfect souvenir or stocking the shelves with the latest merchandise, this role plays an integral part of making every Guests visit and memorable one. The role has a large impact on the efficiency of daily operations and is required to achieve tasks in a positive, proactive, and professional manner; whilst collaborating with colleagues to meet goals. As a revenue generating role this job requires individuals to achieve results through proactive selling, a focus on promotions & incentives, adapting to different sales areas & techniques, and maximise opportunities for sales throughout a sales period. Responsibilities: Meeting sales, service, and presentation goals Proactively welcoming Guests, assisting in selecting merchandise and providing information about products. Operating the EPOS till system accurately and handling transactions effectively. Maintaining accurate inventory records and restocking merchandise as needed. Supporting in dressing displays and arranging Merchandise to attract Guests, maintaining Disney Brand standards. Keeping the shop or kiosk areas clean and organised. Maintaining a positive, smiley and friendly attitude towards Guests and colleagues; demonstrating a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in all actions. Consistently and appropriately offering promotions or upselling products to enhance the guest experience, and meeting sales targets. Keeping up to date with product knowledge and sales promotions. Following safety and security procedures to prevent loss and theft of merchandise. Attending team meetings and training sessions. Assist with stock deliveries. Working both independently and as part of the team to meet performance goals, shared team goals and maintain efficiency. Adhering to all set policies, procedures, and administrative requirements. Basic Qualifications: No previous experience is required, but experience in retail or customer service is a plus Strong communication skills and ability to engage with Guests Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and Bank Holidays Cash and stock handling experience Customer service skills Ability to work well in a team environment Good attention to detail Positive can-do attitude Preferred Qualifications: Additional responsibilities and duties will be assigned based on the needs of the business. Additional Information: Shifts are usually 8 hours, Monday through Sunday. However, shift lengths will vary depending on the needs of the business. Shift times will vary based on performance schedule and operation needs. Shifts can start as early as 9am and finish as late as 11pm and are allocated based on the needs of the business. All staff need to be available for day times, evenings and weekends. 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. Sign up to receive new job alerts and company information based on your preferences. Specify Locations Job Category Location When autocomplete results are available use up and down arrows to review and enter to select. Touch device users, explore by touch or with swipe gestures. Job Level Sign up to receive new job alerts and company information based on your preferences. Specify Locations Job Category Location When autocomplete results are available use up and down arrows to review and enter to select. Touch device users, explore by touch or with swipe gestures. Job Level Select a job category from the list of options. Select a location from the list of options. Finally, click "Add" to create your job alert. First Name Last Name Email Address Country/Region of Residence Confirm Email
Senior Compositor - ILM London Job ID: Location: London, United Kingdom Business: Industrial Light & Magic Date posted: 2月. 14, 2025 Job Summary: The Senior Compositor combines live-action and computer-generated elements into visual effects shots that realise the vision and creative direction of the client and Visual Effects Supervisor. The Senior Compositor is ultimately responsible for the aesthetic integrity and technical quality of the final image delivered to the client. What You'll Do Together with the Compositing Supervisor and Visual Effects Supervisor, evaluate the creative and technical approach for assigned shots. Perform all tasks associated with the compositing process with minimal supervision, including layering of elements, matte extraction, tracking, and colour grading on difficult shots. Actively maintain the overall look, colour balance, and quality for assigned shots and sequences to create uniformity in all finished work. Consistently deliver excellent results with minimal supervision and good time management. Work proactively with other senior members of the team and across departments. Understand and embody the company's and the department's values of collaboration, efficiency, and problem-solving. Anticipate technical challenges on shots and can plan and test solutions to find the most effective, aesthetic, and technically sound result. What We're Looking For Demonstrating resilience and efficiency in meeting time-sensitive goals. Taking ownership of own work while taking on board ideas and suggestions. Effective communicator with great interpersonal skills. Encouraging and empowering fellow artists. Acting as a point of contact for other artists and disciplines. Being aware of the wider show needs. Extensive experience with Nuke. Strong aesthetic skills in judging photo-realism and colour. Keen sense of composition, colour, and design. Familiarity with using Linux systems. Experience in a similar level position. As part of your application please submit a demo reel, shot breakdown, or equivalent showcasing your work. A current resume is required. This role is Hybrid, which means the employee will be required to work a minimum of 2 days on-site per week at a Company designated location, and occasionally from home. About ILM: Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema. 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. This position is with ILM (UK) Ltd., which is part of a business we call Industrial Light & Magic. ILM (UK) Ltd. 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.
Feb 21, 2025
Full time
Senior Compositor - ILM London Job ID: Location: London, United Kingdom Business: Industrial Light & Magic Date posted: 2月. 14, 2025 Job Summary: The Senior Compositor combines live-action and computer-generated elements into visual effects shots that realise the vision and creative direction of the client and Visual Effects Supervisor. The Senior Compositor is ultimately responsible for the aesthetic integrity and technical quality of the final image delivered to the client. What You'll Do Together with the Compositing Supervisor and Visual Effects Supervisor, evaluate the creative and technical approach for assigned shots. Perform all tasks associated with the compositing process with minimal supervision, including layering of elements, matte extraction, tracking, and colour grading on difficult shots. Actively maintain the overall look, colour balance, and quality for assigned shots and sequences to create uniformity in all finished work. Consistently deliver excellent results with minimal supervision and good time management. Work proactively with other senior members of the team and across departments. Understand and embody the company's and the department's values of collaboration, efficiency, and problem-solving. Anticipate technical challenges on shots and can plan and test solutions to find the most effective, aesthetic, and technically sound result. What We're Looking For Demonstrating resilience and efficiency in meeting time-sensitive goals. Taking ownership of own work while taking on board ideas and suggestions. Effective communicator with great interpersonal skills. Encouraging and empowering fellow artists. Acting as a point of contact for other artists and disciplines. Being aware of the wider show needs. Extensive experience with Nuke. Strong aesthetic skills in judging photo-realism and colour. Keen sense of composition, colour, and design. Familiarity with using Linux systems. Experience in a similar level position. As part of your application please submit a demo reel, shot breakdown, or equivalent showcasing your work. A current resume is required. This role is Hybrid, which means the employee will be required to work a minimum of 2 days on-site per week at a Company designated location, and occasionally from home. About ILM: Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema. 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. This position is with ILM (UK) Ltd., which is part of a business we call Industrial Light & Magic. ILM (UK) Ltd. 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.
Senior Manager, Partner Growth EMEA Job ID: Location: London, United Kingdom Business: The Walt Disney Company (EMEA) Date posted: 2月. 12, 2025 Job Summary: About the Role & Team Disney+ is The Walt Disney Company (TWDC)'s Direct-to-Consumer (DtC) video entertainment service targeted to all audiences. The service consists of long form and short form video built around six key content brands (Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic and Star), with an appealing and easy to use interface accessed across multiple platforms including TVs, mobile devices, and gaming consoles. The DtC UKI/EMEA team is responsible for the overall commercial performance and the day-to-day operations of Disney+. This includes marketing, customer acquisition and retention, partnerships, customer engagement, implementation/localisation of the global content strategy, analytics and research. Within this team, you will be responsible for the ongoing commercial performance of TWDC's DtC partner business, in UK&I and EMEA. In addition to this, you'll be directly responsible for quarterly and weekly subscriber acquisition and revenue targets, as well as ongoing partner subscriber activation, engagement and retention - working closely with the local and regional DtC teams, as well as the affiliate and brand partnerships teams. This role requires a strong onsite presence (4 days a week) to foster collaboration with stakeholders and deliver impactful cross-functional initiatives. What You Will Do You will set ambitious yet achievable quarterly and weekly targets for subscriber growth, activation, engagement, and retention, ensuring alignment with partners to drive sustained performance. You will develop and execute a cohesive trading and joint business plan, continuously optimising strategies to unlock incremental growth. To bring the joint business plan to life, you will align teams, operationalise key initiatives, and rigorously track performance against targets. Identifying and driving new revenue opportunities-such as packaging, promotions, and deal expansions-will be a key focus. You will work closely with the affiliates team to negotiate, contract, and execute high-impact initiatives that extend beyond agreed deal terms. Partnering with internal Direct-to-Consumer product teams and external stakeholders, you will enhance customer experiences, improve activation rates, and drive sustained engagement. You will build a strong, value-driven relationship with Disney+'s partner marketing team, ensuring alignment on campaigns that elevate visibility, maximise sell-through, and strengthen brand positioning across all partner channels. As the key bridge between TWDC streaming priorities and commercial execution, you will ensure all actions are strategically aligned for maximum impact. Serving as the day-to-day lead with our partner, you will chair key meetings such as Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) and weekly syncs, fostering alignment and driving results. This role is ideal for a commercially minded, data-driven, and relationship-focused leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about unlocking growth through strategic partnerships. Success metrics KPIs for this role will include: Partner subscriber net growth: delivery of ongoing net growth through optimisation of customer engagement and retention. Partner revenue/OI: delivery of revenue targets. Partner activation/engagement: deliver year on year improvements in activation and engagement rates. Required Qualifications & Skills This role is built for a high-performing, commercially driven leader with a track record of delivering outstanding results through strategic partnerships. You'll be at the forefront of driving Disney+ growth, shaping high-impact collaborations, and turning data-driven insights into real business success. The ideal candidate is a dynamic operator-someone who can craft clear strategies, champion best practices, and seamlessly collaborate across teams to unlock new opportunities. Experience in driving and exceeding sales targets, delivering exceptional growth within a Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) business. FMCG experience also seen as a valuable asset in understanding fast-paced, high-volume environments. A commercial mindset with a data-led approach to decision-making, focusing on maximising revenue and partner success. Expertise in using data to understand activation, engagement, and retention metrics, ideally within a B2B2C business model. Strong analytical skills and advanced modelling skills. A strong track record of building and managing successful partnerships, with the ability to foster long-term, collaborative relationships. The ability to influence and drive alignment in a large, global matrix organisation, working effectively across teams and stakeholders. Proven experience in negotiation, with the ability to structure and close high-value deals that drive meaningful business outcomes. 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. Excellent parental and guardian leave. Employee Resource Groups - Disney DIVERSITY, 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. Disney is committed to forming a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. 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.
Feb 21, 2025
Full time
Senior Manager, Partner Growth EMEA Job ID: Location: London, United Kingdom Business: The Walt Disney Company (EMEA) Date posted: 2月. 12, 2025 Job Summary: About the Role & Team Disney+ is The Walt Disney Company (TWDC)'s Direct-to-Consumer (DtC) video entertainment service targeted to all audiences. The service consists of long form and short form video built around six key content brands (Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic and Star), with an appealing and easy to use interface accessed across multiple platforms including TVs, mobile devices, and gaming consoles. The DtC UKI/EMEA team is responsible for the overall commercial performance and the day-to-day operations of Disney+. This includes marketing, customer acquisition and retention, partnerships, customer engagement, implementation/localisation of the global content strategy, analytics and research. Within this team, you will be responsible for the ongoing commercial performance of TWDC's DtC partner business, in UK&I and EMEA. In addition to this, you'll be directly responsible for quarterly and weekly subscriber acquisition and revenue targets, as well as ongoing partner subscriber activation, engagement and retention - working closely with the local and regional DtC teams, as well as the affiliate and brand partnerships teams. This role requires a strong onsite presence (4 days a week) to foster collaboration with stakeholders and deliver impactful cross-functional initiatives. What You Will Do You will set ambitious yet achievable quarterly and weekly targets for subscriber growth, activation, engagement, and retention, ensuring alignment with partners to drive sustained performance. You will develop and execute a cohesive trading and joint business plan, continuously optimising strategies to unlock incremental growth. To bring the joint business plan to life, you will align teams, operationalise key initiatives, and rigorously track performance against targets. Identifying and driving new revenue opportunities-such as packaging, promotions, and deal expansions-will be a key focus. You will work closely with the affiliates team to negotiate, contract, and execute high-impact initiatives that extend beyond agreed deal terms. Partnering with internal Direct-to-Consumer product teams and external stakeholders, you will enhance customer experiences, improve activation rates, and drive sustained engagement. You will build a strong, value-driven relationship with Disney+'s partner marketing team, ensuring alignment on campaigns that elevate visibility, maximise sell-through, and strengthen brand positioning across all partner channels. As the key bridge between TWDC streaming priorities and commercial execution, you will ensure all actions are strategically aligned for maximum impact. Serving as the day-to-day lead with our partner, you will chair key meetings such as Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) and weekly syncs, fostering alignment and driving results. This role is ideal for a commercially minded, data-driven, and relationship-focused leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about unlocking growth through strategic partnerships. Success metrics KPIs for this role will include: Partner subscriber net growth: delivery of ongoing net growth through optimisation of customer engagement and retention. Partner revenue/OI: delivery of revenue targets. Partner activation/engagement: deliver year on year improvements in activation and engagement rates. Required Qualifications & Skills This role is built for a high-performing, commercially driven leader with a track record of delivering outstanding results through strategic partnerships. You'll be at the forefront of driving Disney+ growth, shaping high-impact collaborations, and turning data-driven insights into real business success. The ideal candidate is a dynamic operator-someone who can craft clear strategies, champion best practices, and seamlessly collaborate across teams to unlock new opportunities. Experience in driving and exceeding sales targets, delivering exceptional growth within a Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) business. FMCG experience also seen as a valuable asset in understanding fast-paced, high-volume environments. A commercial mindset with a data-led approach to decision-making, focusing on maximising revenue and partner success. Expertise in using data to understand activation, engagement, and retention metrics, ideally within a B2B2C business model. Strong analytical skills and advanced modelling skills. A strong track record of building and managing successful partnerships, with the ability to foster long-term, collaborative relationships. The ability to influence and drive alignment in a large, global matrix organisation, working effectively across teams and stakeholders. Proven experience in negotiation, with the ability to structure and close high-value deals that drive meaningful business outcomes. 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. Excellent parental and guardian leave. Employee Resource Groups - Disney DIVERSITY, 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. Disney is committed to forming a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. 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.
Ready to make magic? We're hiring for our undergraduate placement schemes. As a Marketing Intern, you will be involved in a wide range of campaigns designed to drive market success for our content, products, experiences and brands. Interns will be placed within one of many of our lines of business including Disney+, Walt Disney Studios, Disney Interactive, Consumer Products and our central Marketing group. This role will strengthen your skills whilst gaining experience in an experienced and expert marketing team. 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. Eligibility Must be a second year undergraduate student completing an industrial placement year course returning to study in autumn 2024 Must have the right to work in the UK already in place Available to start working full time in the summer of 2023 Interested in the area you're applying to whether this is through your studies, experiences, extra-curricular activities or a general interest About you Strong interest and passion for marketing Attention to detail and the ability to work well under pressure Ability to communicate with people at all levels in a professional and mature manner Ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines and undertake various administrative duties Strong MS Office skills In order to be successful we will be looking for potential in the following areas: Builds Relationship & Communicates Effectively Drives Results Thinks Strategically Inspires Creativity & Innovation Exhibits Professional Excellence Why should you join us? Develop your workplace skills and experience to help build the foundations of your future career Constructive on-the-job training as well as companywide learning and development initiatives Learn how decisions and actions are made within a global business environment Take on real responsibility and become an essential part of an encouraging team Have the support and network of a large community of interns Access to join and support our Employee Resource Groups ranging from Disney DIVERSITY, Disney PRIDE, our disability & neurodiversity focused group - ENABLED, and our Mental Health & Wellbeing Group - TRUST Hybrid working model - 3 days in the office per week Annual salary of £21,000 with 25 days' holiday (plus bank holidays) Discounts & Perks: You are entitled to discounts on designated Disney products, resort food & beverage and ticketing Access to free support services including Unmind, the mental wellbeing app Opportunity to select eye care and flu vouchers
Dec 18, 2022
Full time
Ready to make magic? We're hiring for our undergraduate placement schemes. As a Marketing Intern, you will be involved in a wide range of campaigns designed to drive market success for our content, products, experiences and brands. Interns will be placed within one of many of our lines of business including Disney+, Walt Disney Studios, Disney Interactive, Consumer Products and our central Marketing group. This role will strengthen your skills whilst gaining experience in an experienced and expert marketing team. 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. Eligibility Must be a second year undergraduate student completing an industrial placement year course returning to study in autumn 2024 Must have the right to work in the UK already in place Available to start working full time in the summer of 2023 Interested in the area you're applying to whether this is through your studies, experiences, extra-curricular activities or a general interest About you Strong interest and passion for marketing Attention to detail and the ability to work well under pressure Ability to communicate with people at all levels in a professional and mature manner Ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines and undertake various administrative duties Strong MS Office skills In order to be successful we will be looking for potential in the following areas: Builds Relationship & Communicates Effectively Drives Results Thinks Strategically Inspires Creativity & Innovation Exhibits Professional Excellence Why should you join us? Develop your workplace skills and experience to help build the foundations of your future career Constructive on-the-job training as well as companywide learning and development initiatives Learn how decisions and actions are made within a global business environment Take on real responsibility and become an essential part of an encouraging team Have the support and network of a large community of interns Access to join and support our Employee Resource Groups ranging from Disney DIVERSITY, Disney PRIDE, our disability & neurodiversity focused group - ENABLED, and our Mental Health & Wellbeing Group - TRUST Hybrid working model - 3 days in the office per week Annual salary of £21,000 with 25 days' holiday (plus bank holidays) Discounts & Perks: You are entitled to discounts on designated Disney products, resort food & beverage and ticketing Access to free support services including Unmind, the mental wellbeing app Opportunity to select eye care and flu vouchers
Join Disney for a challenging and rewarding Graduate Finance Apprenticeship! During a Graduate Apprenticeship at Disney, you will get the chance to work side by side with industry leaders in your field of study. You will gain valuable skills working within one of the strongest family of brands on a global scale while building lasting connections. Imagine that! The Walt Disney Company Ltd. 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. About The Apprenticeship We have several opportunities to join The Walt Disney Company as a Graduate Apprentice starting in September 2022. As a Finance apprentice, your work could support the sales and distribution of brands such as Marvel, Lucas, Disney or Pixar. Or your responsibilities could lie in supporting the production and advertising of the Company's broadcast television networks including National Geographic, Disney Channels and ESPN Sports to name a few. The apprenticeship roles will cover a variety of different areas in finance and provide you with wide ranging experience across the Disney finance disciplines. Responsibilities will include the below, with the line manager's supervision & review: EMEA Reporting Support with the overall process of AOP, Forecasts and Close including preparation of quarter end revenue and cost accrual journals. Review and commentary of actuals booked vs. forecast & budget Understand and become the expert across various systems used to extract and input data to support AOP, Forecast & Close cycles; SAP, COGNOS. Support with the preparation & maintenance of specific financial models used within the AOP, Forecast, 5YP & Close cycles as required by the line manager Support with the preparation of the overall EMEA Consolidated position as required by line manager Other Ad hoc requests required by the team On-going process improvement initiatives Support where needed with accounting entries to be posted by working with the SSC Accounting Team (we are serviced by a separate central accounting department within Disney, you will not be required to use an accounting software system, input journals, compute double entry accounting .etc.) Eligibility Requirements Degree level essential; we are open to subject studied - you do not have to have studied a finance degree to be considered for this apprenticeship Must have the right to work in the UK already in place Available to start in September 2022 What are we looking for Potential - this is an Apprenticeship! We don't expect you to come with all the skills and knowledge, but what we do want is enthusiasm; we want you to be eager to learn the job and committed to your apprenticeship studies too. Must have a passion for a future career in finance Work Experience from any business sector is valuable as you will be fully trained in the finance field throughout this apprenticeship programme Knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint preferable (on-the-job training will be provided) Good time management skills and ability to juggle more than one task at the same time A person who is accurate, logical and thorough Good attention to detail Good communication skills Able to work independently and ask for help/advice where needed What We Offer 20% of your working hours will be allocated to study time for your Apprenticeship Competitive Salary with 25 days' holiday (plus bank holidays) Great discounts on Disney products! How to Apply Apply with your CV and cover letter via the link on this page. Please note, applications without cover letters will not be considered. Your cover letter should be approximately 400 words and include the following: Why have you chosen this apprenticeship opportunity? What interests you about working at Disney? What qualities do you have that would encourage Disney to choose you for the apprenticeship?
Dec 02, 2021
Full time
Join Disney for a challenging and rewarding Graduate Finance Apprenticeship! During a Graduate Apprenticeship at Disney, you will get the chance to work side by side with industry leaders in your field of study. You will gain valuable skills working within one of the strongest family of brands on a global scale while building lasting connections. Imagine that! The Walt Disney Company Ltd. 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. About The Apprenticeship We have several opportunities to join The Walt Disney Company as a Graduate Apprentice starting in September 2022. As a Finance apprentice, your work could support the sales and distribution of brands such as Marvel, Lucas, Disney or Pixar. Or your responsibilities could lie in supporting the production and advertising of the Company's broadcast television networks including National Geographic, Disney Channels and ESPN Sports to name a few. The apprenticeship roles will cover a variety of different areas in finance and provide you with wide ranging experience across the Disney finance disciplines. Responsibilities will include the below, with the line manager's supervision & review: EMEA Reporting Support with the overall process of AOP, Forecasts and Close including preparation of quarter end revenue and cost accrual journals. Review and commentary of actuals booked vs. forecast & budget Understand and become the expert across various systems used to extract and input data to support AOP, Forecast & Close cycles; SAP, COGNOS. Support with the preparation & maintenance of specific financial models used within the AOP, Forecast, 5YP & Close cycles as required by the line manager Support with the preparation of the overall EMEA Consolidated position as required by line manager Other Ad hoc requests required by the team On-going process improvement initiatives Support where needed with accounting entries to be posted by working with the SSC Accounting Team (we are serviced by a separate central accounting department within Disney, you will not be required to use an accounting software system, input journals, compute double entry accounting .etc.) Eligibility Requirements Degree level essential; we are open to subject studied - you do not have to have studied a finance degree to be considered for this apprenticeship Must have the right to work in the UK already in place Available to start in September 2022 What are we looking for Potential - this is an Apprenticeship! We don't expect you to come with all the skills and knowledge, but what we do want is enthusiasm; we want you to be eager to learn the job and committed to your apprenticeship studies too. Must have a passion for a future career in finance Work Experience from any business sector is valuable as you will be fully trained in the finance field throughout this apprenticeship programme Knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint preferable (on-the-job training will be provided) Good time management skills and ability to juggle more than one task at the same time A person who is accurate, logical and thorough Good attention to detail Good communication skills Able to work independently and ask for help/advice where needed What We Offer 20% of your working hours will be allocated to study time for your Apprenticeship Competitive Salary with 25 days' holiday (plus bank holidays) Great discounts on Disney products! How to Apply Apply with your CV and cover letter via the link on this page. Please note, applications without cover letters will not be considered. Your cover letter should be approximately 400 words and include the following: Why have you chosen this apprenticeship opportunity? What interests you about working at Disney? What qualities do you have that would encourage Disney to choose you for the apprenticeship?