Job Description

Legal Assistant, 20th Television Legal Affairs

Apply NowApply Later Job ID 773423BR Location Los Angeles, California, United States Business The Walt Disney Company (Corporate) Date posted Feb. 08, 2021

Job Summary:

Are you a born organizer? Do you keep your cool under pressure? Do you have experience supporting a high-level executive? And do you have a soft spot for Disney? If youre nodding your head, then an Executive Support Professional position in 20th Television Legal Affairs at The Walt Disney Company might be right for you.

Our Executive Support Professionals are highly-respected because their skills are essential to the success of the company. Youd be part of a dynamic, fast-paced team that produces television programming for all platforms within The Walt Disney Company, and for partners outside of the company too. You would work with some of the most creative, intelligent people in the business. Join us apply today!

This position currently reports to the Principal Counsel, and supports multiple production attorneys.

Responsibilities:

You would be responsible for the day-to-day workings of the leader(s) you support. You will work in the legal department supporting the lawyers and paralegals working on 20th Television productions. It goes without saying that there will be expense reports, hundreds of phone messages and endless calendar jockeying, but this job is very much about people, about forming strong relationships with your leaders, co-workers, and other professionals in the television industry, and about understanding how to leverage the human capital within the Disney enterprise to help your executive(s) flourish. As the face of your executive(s) both inside and outside of The Walt Disney Company, your professionalism, loyalty and attitude are a reflection of the office, and as such, are a critical component to its success. Every day as an Executive Support Professional is different! On any given day you might:
* Understand the days priorities so you can be smart about how you direct phone calls;
* Schedule conference rooms, meetings and video chats;
* Interface with talent agencies and guilds;
* Prepare agreements for signature and distribute fully executed agreements, Knowledge of how to use DocuSign is important;
* Be ready to throw the entire schedule out the door when an emergency comes up, then pick it up again when the dust settles;
* Read relevant newspapers and trade journals so you understand developments in the television industry;
* Draft letters and emails on behalf of your leaders, proof read documents; make simple modifications to documents;
* Support your executive(s) with IT issues; excellent computer skills are required.
* Act as casual buyer of all office supplies for the department, and manage purchase orders and vendor contracts;
* Assist with on-boarding new employees youll be the friendly face that newbies count on to answer all their questions, including many who are quite senior in the organization;
* Liaise regularly with studio personnel and stay up-to-date on relevant contacts within the broader organization; and
* Mentor and train other support professionals in hard skills like computer programs, and soft skills like teamwork.

Basic Qualifications:

* At least 5 years supporting a Director or above and/or equivalent experience; including prior experience in the entertainment industry as an assistant in the legal department of a studio or agency or experience in a law firm.
* Sharp written and verbal communication skills, including clean grammar and a robust vocabulary;
* Creative problem-solving skills;
* Ability to multi-task and prioritize deadlines/deliverables;
* Strong proficiency with all types of computers, phones and office equipment;
* Mastery of Microsoft Office programs, good skills in SAP, SharePoint, Concur and document management programs;
* A calm head and steady hand to deal with the unexpected;
* Confidence to learn new programs when necessary;
* Complete reliability handling confidential information;
* Desire to truly be helpful to your leaders and co-workers, to go the extra mile without being asked, to build solid inter and intra-team relationships;
* Some flexibility in your schedule we value work/life balance, but in a pinch, a bit more time is needed;
* Very strong organizational skills and attention to detail; and
* A professional demeanor, positive outlook and a can-do attitude.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Good knowledge of the entertainment industry, particularly the television or film production process
* Experience working in a large publicly-traded company

Required Education

High school degree

Preferred Education

Bachelors degree

Additional Information:

Some of the perks we offer include:

* Admission to our theme parks, paid time off, 401K participation, a retirement savings plan, discounts on a wide variety of offerings, medical/dental/vision insurance and educational reimbursement-just to name a few!

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About The Walt Disney Company (Corporate):

At Disney Corporate you can see how the businesses behind the Companys powerful brands come together to create the most innovative, far-reaching and admired entertainment company in the world. As a member of a corporate team, youll work with world-class leaders driving the strategies that keep The Walt Disney Company at the leading edge of entertainment. See and be seen by other innovative thinkers as you enable the greatest storytellers in the world to create memories for millions of families around the globe.

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 with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. 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. Disneys 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, which is part of a business segment we call The Walt Disney Company (Corporate).

The Walt Disney Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. 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.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

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