At Disney, we‘re storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. We do this through utilizing and developing cutting-edge technology and pushing the envelope to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our talented team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world. The successful candidate for this Associate Principal Counsel position will be an integral part of Disney’s Employment Law team, working on employment matters from the routine to the revolutionary. This position will provide employment legal support to Disney’s Florida-based businesses, predominantly handling matters concerning cast members at the Walt Disney World Resort, and be part of a team supporting matters affecting the entire Disney enterprise – Disney Experiences; Disney Entertainment (including but not limited to Disney Live Action, Walt Disney Animation Studios, Marvel, Lucasfilm, Pixar, FX, National Geographic and ABC Studios); and ESPN. **Responsibilities** : • Advise on harassment, discrimination, retaliation and other workplace investigations. • Counsel internal clients on various employment matters, including reasonable accommodations, leaves of absence, fair pay, and wage and hour issues. • Respond to claims and demand letters. • Revise administrative charge responses. • Work with Employee Relations to enhance training programs. • Handle administrative conferences and hearings. **Basic Qualifications** : • Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in a law firm or corporate legal department or a combination. • Concentration in and enthusiasm for employment law advice, counseling and dispute resolution. • Ability to spot and analyze complex issues and devise practical strategies and solutions. • Excellent verbal and written communication, and time management skills. • Excellent drafting, negotiating and training skills. • Excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with co-workers at all levels. **Required Education** : • JD or equivalent from an accredited law school • Membership in the Florida State Bar in good standing or willingness and qualification to be Registered In-House Counsel _\#CORP_Media #twdcmedia_ **Job ID:** 10118352 **Location:** Lake Buena Vista,Florida **Job Posting Company:** The Walt Disney Company (Corporate) The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, email Candidate.Accommodations@Disney.com with your request. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.