Disney Cruise Line - The Walt Disney Company

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 a Senior HR Business Partner, with significant experience from within the Media / Media Production industry, to make a meaningful impact and be part of a dynamic team! The successful Senior HR Business Partner will play a key role in supporting our studio group, platform distribution and corporate communications teams here at The Walt Disney Company (TWDC) and will form part of the UK & Ireland HR leadership team driving and enabling the delivery of the HR people strategy. Reporting to the HR Director the key responsibility of the role is to provide HR leadership to the client groups and the team reporting into the position. This role will have line management responsibility for a HR Business Partner and a Senior HR Advisor. Critical to the success of the position is managing a professional, effective and proactive relationship with the business by understanding their key business drivers and priorities and providing an effective interface with the Centres of Excellence to help the achievement of these. Please Note: This is an office based role. 4 days working in the Hammersmith, London office with 1 day working from home (Monday or Friday). Join us in shaping the magic behind the scenes! What You Will Do Contribute, drive and deliver the HR people strategy working in collaboration with the line of business leadership teams Lead, motivate and drive a high performance team to deliver against the HR plan In partnership with your client group proactively lead the development and delivery of the people agenda, ensuring it aligned with the TWDC HR and business strategy Be an active member of your client group's leadership team, proactively driving the HR agenda and provide support on business initiatives A key focus of the role is to have a good understanding of how the business operates, the key business challenges, drivers, financials as well as staying current on current industry trends, technology advances etc. Participate in and influence the strategy planning process, the Annual Operating Planning process (AOP) as well as local business planning Pro actively develop strong working relationships with key business and HR stakeholders, which enable a solution orientated approach to delivering HR initiatives Apply commercial thinking and an understanding of the business and HR to provide pragmatic and informed HR solutions and ideas which meet both the business needs and fit with the HR agenda Proactively engage with the HR Centres of Excellence to obtain specialist advice and facilitate value added solutions to your client groups. Pro actively manage annual HR processes with the business and Centres of Excellence, for example: Reward & Recognition: Support the annual merit planning process by effectively working in partnership with the EMEA & Global Compensation and Benefits teams. Partner with your client group to ensure the merit and bonus process is effectively managed and delivers against the business objectives Talent Planning: Effectively manage the Talent Planning process with your client group, ensuring that talent is proactively managed throughout the year Performance Management: Support your client group in proactively managing the annual performance management process throughout the year Organisational Change: Support the business with changes to the structure, roles and org design as required Required Qualifications & Skills An accomplished Senior HR Business Partner, with significant experience in leading initiatives within Media Production or Media industry A proven track record of managing senior client relationships, with experience in managing clients at VP level and above Significant experience supporting client groups with marketing, sales, distribution and communications backgrounds Experience of leading a high performing team Demonstrable multi discipline Human Resources experience Experience of operating within an HR team partnership model Collaborative, positive working style with an ability to influence and persuade others Proven experience of significant change management/OD experience including restructures, redundancy, TUPE, compromise agreements and redeployment within EMEA Evident experience of multi national, fast paced, progressive commercial organisations Evident experience gained within a global multi national or similar matrixed organisation CIPD (or equivalent qualification) or equivalent experience 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.

Every day at Disney Cruise Line we take pride in bringing the magic of Disney to life. We find joy in creating cherished memories and form genuine connections with our guests. We hold each other to the highest degree and always act responsibly while ensuring the safety of fellow crew and guests. United by our Disney values, we work toward excellence in all we do. As a part of our team, you can live and work in a diverse and inclusive environment amidst a professional and supportive community. If you are ready to create unforgettable experiences and grow as a person and as a professional, apply today. As General Technician Shipwide, you will provide technical assistance for shipwide and island entertainment events. You will set-up, operate and strike audio, video, lighting and other entertainment technical systems and assist with preventative maintenance and routine repairs. You will report to the Senior Technician Shipwide Responsibilities : Install, set-up, operate and strike equipment for assigned shipwide and island events Handle heavy equipment and road cases Manage the daily use of wireless microphones, including frequency tuning, power management and signal path Mix live audio with digital audio consoles Manage sound/mic checks for shipwide venues and performers Operate lighting consoles for intelligent and conventional fixtures Report equipment and consumable challenges Provide preventative maintenance and routine repair of all ship wide equipment Maintain cleanliness of ship wide booths and lockers Help with contingency plans Basic Qualifications : Minimum two years experience in a relevant Entertainment-based environment Knowledge of computer systems or computerized control systems Trade school/college diploma, preferred Have a valid Driver's License Additional Information : This is a SHIPBOARD role You must: Be genuinely interested in a career at sea and willing to live and work onboard a Disney Cruise Line vessel Be willing to follow and perform safety role, emergency responsibilities and associated responsibilities as specified in the ship Assembly Plan Be willing to uphold the general safety management responsibilities as specified in the Safety Management System in areas and operations under their control If applicable, be willing to share a confined cabin with other crew members and appreciative of working and living in a multicultural environment that has strict rules and regulations Your Responsibilities: Have a valid passport and C1/D Seaman's visa (DCL will provide you with documents to obtain this) Complete a pre-employment medical Obtain a criminal background check Bring approved work shoes Disney Cruise Line is a drug-free workplace. All new hires are required to undergo drug/alcohol testing within the first week onboard and throughout their contracts. Failure to pass the drug/alcohol testing will result in immediate termination.