Director, Compensation
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10138458 Location Burbank, California, United States / New York, New York, United States Business Disney Entertainment Television Date posted Dec. 17, 2025Job Summary:
As Director, Compensation, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the compensation strategy for Disney Entertainment – Television’s diverse business portfolio. In this role, you will have the opportunity to drive transformational change by ensuring our compensation programs are not only competitive and equitable but also aligned with Disney’s strategic business vision and talent management objectives.
This is an ideal position for a dynamic, forward-thinking leader who thrives on building consensus among senior stakeholders—including executives in Human Resources, Legal, and Finance—and who has a passion for proactively leading high-profile projects from conception through successful execution.
What You Will Do:
- Direct and implement comprehensive compensation strategies and plans that align with Disney's overall business objectives.
- Lead and manage a team of compensation managers and professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
- In collaboration with DET Compensation Leadership, drive high-impact projects and initiatives with a strategic, proactive approach identifying opportunities, potential challenges, and creative solutions at every stage.
- Analyze market trends and data to ensure competitive and equitable compensation practices.
- Collaborate with senior leaders to influence and drive compensation decisions that support business goals.
- Leverage a strong analytic skillset to the HR function, supporting and enabling the use of analytics and data-driven decision making throughout HR.
- Oversee the administration of compensation programs, including salary structures, incentive plans, and equity programs.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations related to compensation.
- Communicate compensation strategies and programs to stakeholders, ensuring understanding and alignment.
- Consistently display initiative, curiosity, and accountability—seeking ways to streamline operations and proactively address challenges.
- Proactively assess and enhance compensation processes for efficiency, leveraging emerging technologies and AI to drive ongoing innovation.
Required Skills:
- Master consulting skills and proven ability to influence and collaborate with senior leaders
- A strong sense of curiosity
- Extensive experience in compensation strategy development and execution
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Proficiency in compensation analysis and market data interpretation
- Strong understanding of relevant laws and regulations related to compensation
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strategic thinking and ability to align compensation programs with business objectives
- High level of accountability and integrity
- Commitment to accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong organizational and project management skills
Preferred Qualifications & Experience:
- Experience in a large, complex organization
- Consulting or other business- or HR-functional experience preferred
- Experience with global compensation programs
- Advanced degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
- 7+ years of progressively responsible management experience in a compensation or related field
The hiring range for this position in Burbank, California is $203,600 – $248,800 per year and in New York, New York is $213,300 – $260,500. 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.
About Disney Entertainment Television:
Disney Entertainment Television is a collection of renowned content brands at The Walt Disney Company creating original entertainment and news programming for the company’s streaming platforms Disney+, Hulu and Star, and its broadcast and cable networks. Its extensive portfolio is comprised of ABC Entertainment, ABC News, ABC Owned Television Stations, Disney Branded Television, Freeform, FX, Hulu Originals, National Geographic Content and Onyx Collective, in addition to Disney Television Studios, which include 20th Television, 20th Television Animation, ABC Signature and Walt Disney Television Alternative. Responsible for over 4,500 hours of programming a year across more than 300 programs of all genres, Disney Entertainment Television’s creative brands are at the forefront of groundbreaking storytelling, captivating audiences and generating critical acclaim. In 2023, Disney Entertainment Television’s programming excellence earned 163 Emmy® nominations across daytime, primetime, news & documentary, and children’s & family categories.
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 American Broadcasting Companies, Inc., which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment Television.
American Broadcasting Companies, 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.