Associate HR Business Partner

The Walt Disney Company; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 87,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

ESPN is seeking an Associate HR Business Partner to work with the People & Culture team and business leaders in Bristol, CT. You will support day-to-day HR deliverables, handle employee issues, and partner with client groups to ensure HR policies are followed.

You will interact with employees at various levels, assist onboarding/offboarding, and collaborate with other P&C professionals to drive initiatives. This onsite role reports to the Director, HRBP.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of progressively responsible experience in Human Resources or an equivalent field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Strong troubleshooting skills to resolve issues by analyzing trends and factors, and proposing solutions.
• Ability to engage with stakeholders to deliver effective HR solutions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and exercise good judgment.
• Ability to influence and build trust with peers and leaders across Disney/ESPN.
• Willingness to collaborate across teams and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day delivery of People & Culture services for assigned client groups.
• Assist employees with interpretation of HR policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with HR policies and procedures; advise leaders and employees.
• Apply business knowledge to recognize needs and trends and suggest solutions.
• Coordinate with P&C colleagues to implement projects with enterprise impact.
• Operate with minimal supervision on routine matters and escalate more complex issues.
• Maintain employee records and ensure data accuracy.
• Support onboarding and offboarding experiences and address employee concerns.
• Build strong connections by being responsive and reliable; manage change effectively.
• Participate on project teams.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Stakeholder management

Change adaptation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

MS Office

Workday

SAP

Job description

Associate HR Business Partner

Job ID 10155730 Location Bristol, Connecticut, United States Business ESPN Date postedAug. 06, 2026

Job Summary:

The Associate HR Business Partner works with the People & Culture (P&C) team and business leaders to meet the needs of ESPN’s employee population and support HR/P&C and business initiatives. The main responsibilities of this position include assisting in the day-to-day execution of People & Culture deliverables and the resolution of issues within assigned ESPN client groups. This is a fast-paced, customer service-oriented role which interacts directly with employees of various levels and functions across client groups, the Business Partner team, and Centers of Excellence. Individuals in this role typically work independently with oversight and guidance from their leader. This role reports to the Director, HRBP.

Responsibilities:

• Oversees/assists in the day-to-day delivery of People & Culture services and the resolution of issues to assigned client groups; will work directly with leaders and employees and will partner with BPs of other client groups.


• Assists employees with interpretation of routine matters involving HR policies and procedures.


• Interacts with client managers and staff to ensure full understanding of and compliance with applicable approved Human Resources policies and procedures; advises leaders and employees and encourages openness, trust, appreciation and respect in the workplace.


• Applies business knowledge to recognize needs and spot emerging trends, using critical thinking to uncover and examine issues to suggest alternative ideas


• Coordinates and partners with other P&C professionals to implement People & Culture projects and initiatives with company-wide impact across the enterprise.


• Operates effectively with minimal supervision on routine matters and with closer supervision on more complex matters; escalates issues as needed.


• Assists with maintaining employee system records and ensuring data accuracy.


• Supports employees during their onboarding and offboarding experiences, addressing employee concerns, and mediating workplace disputes.


• Build strong connections by being responsive, reliable, curious, and self-aware.


• Helps manage change by adapting to moving priorities and finding creative solutions


• Participates on project teams.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• 3+ years of progressively responsible experience in Human Resources or an equivalent field.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills, and strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.


• Strong troubleshooting skills to resolve issues or problems by analyzing trends and various factors, identifying alternative solutions, projecting consequences of proposed actions, and communicating and/or implementing recommendations in support of goals and maintaining compliance.


• Ability to integrate and initiate the work with key stakeholders and functional partners to ensure appropriate solutions are delivered to the organization.


• Ability to exercise a high degree of judgment and discretion and maintain the confidentiality of sensitive and confidential information.


• Ability to instill trust and influence while understanding the impact of your own actions.


• Ability and willingness to establish and maintain communication and working relationships with peers, representatives from other teams and segments across The Walt Disney Company and ESPN using courtesy, tact, and good judgment.


• Fosters a positive environment and participates in open dialogue while valuing differences.


• Helps with change by adapting to changing priorities and being resourceful

Preferred Qualifications:

• Understands most employee lifecycle HR activities within: Organizational Development, Talent & Growth, Talent Connection, Total Rewards, Opportunity & Inclusion, Employee Relations, and Labor Relations and uses knowledge daily.


• Proficient in analyzing HR metrics and trends, interpreting data, and acting as a consultant to recommend solutions.


• Proficiency in MS Office suite, Workday, and SAP.


• Proficient knowledge of modern principles, methods, and practices in human resources.


• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations.


• Strategic mindset to contribute effectively to the human resources department

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Additional Information:

• This is an onsite role based in Bristol, CT.

About ESPN:

Working at ESPN is unlike anything else. That’s because we’re always finding new ways to interact with fans – however and wherever they connect with sports. Every day we’re doing things that no one has done, all in a dynamic culture where we defy odds and continuously outdo ourselves. When you have the latest technology, game-changing ideas and world-class talent on your team, every day is extraordinary.

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 ESPN, Inc , which is part of a business we call ESPN .

ESPN, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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The hiring range for this position in Connecticut is $87,200.00 to $106,400.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.