Job Posting Title:
Compensation Manager (Project Hire)
Req ID:
10118596
Job Description:
About the Role & Team
We have an exciting opportunity for a Compensation Manager (Internal Assignment) with the Disney Entertainment Television Compensation team. This role will have the opportunity to be part of a team that manages both broad-based and executive compensation for a dynamic business focused on creating compelling, cutting-edge television content.
The Compensation Manager (Internal Assignment) will partner closely with HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition Partners and Compensation Partners across the Enterprise to provide guidance to assigned internal clients and collaborate with HR partners in the planning, development, implementation, and administration of compensation programs that support the company’s business strategy. This role will require strong client management skills and collaboration with multiple HR teams. This role will be a 12 month project hire with no guarantee of placement at the completion of the assignment.
Responsibilities of the Role:
- Partner with Compensation leadership and HR Business Partners as the Compensation Partner for multiple client groups and independently manage client relationships
- Consult directly with HR Business Partners and clients as a subject matter expert to ensure compensation recommendations are aligned and relevant to both the market and internal equity
- Provide guidance and pay recommendations for employees at all levels including senior executive level compensation packages
- Work closely with project team and act as the primary lead during the annual planning cycle for assigned client groups including auditing and reporting for rollup meeting with senior leaders
- Lead projects such as annual compensation planning, salary structure management and pay transparency
KEY SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- Success in servicing a client base will require excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills and the ability to interact and negotiate with all levels of management
- Proven ability to work directly with senior leadership levels
- Knowledge and experience in understanding total rewards philosophies and systems
- Exceptional organizational skills should be complemented by a flexible approach to shifting priorities on multiple assignments
Basic Qualifications & Skills:
- 5 years or more of progressive experience in Compensation, HR, Finance, or related field
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or similar discipline or equivalent experience
- Strong analytical skills with a commitment to accuracy & details
- Ability to manage multiple projects & priorities, often on tight timelines
- Ability to position self as credible (garners respect, acts with integrity, keeps commitments); proactive (has a point of view, challenges assumptions, takes initiative); and a trusted thought-partner (builds relationships, delivers results)
- Advanced MS Excel skills
- Experience with HR systems (Workday)
Additional Information
- Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits
The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $137,100-$167,500 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
Job Posting Segment:
HR
Job Posting Primary Business:
Compensation (Media)
Primary Job Posting Category:
Compensation
Employment Type:
Full time
Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Burbank, CA, USA
Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2025-04-16