助理经理，证照 Assoc Mgr, Permitting at The Walt Disney Company

Shanghai, Shanghai, China

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Entertainment, Theme Parks, Hospitality, Real EstateIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (Master’s degree preferred) in Architectural Design, Construction Management, Project Management, Environmental Protection, Law, Government Relations or related profession
7+ years of related work experience; experience in theme parks, retail, food and beverage, construction consulting or real estate industry preferred
3+ years of licensing and permitting, legal experience, or related project development experience in Shanghai and mainland China
Previous experience working for a multi-national company is a plus
Excellent communication skills in both Chinese and English, including oral (reports and daily conversations) and written (correspondence with stakeholders) expression
Computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Quick response, quick thinking, and logical thinking ability
Proven ability to work in a complex and diverse major business unit of a multi-national company, with conflict management and multiple task management capabilities
Background and specific knowledge in working with government authorities on licenses and permits applications

Responsibilities

Gain familiarity with local market laws, regulations, policies related to licensing and permitting, and convey critical information to Disney internal work teams
Act as primary point of contact with Shanghai and Pudong New District government departments, work closely with stakeholders, understand needs, record challenges, and drive solutions by seeking support and sharing resources from leadership and external authorities
Review and process complex permit applications; provide professional advice on unusual and complex permits based on Disney's uniqueness
Independently prepare application packages by reviewing drawings, specifications, applications, and other required information; communicate with authorities, track approval processes, ensure timely issuance of licenses and permits; periodically summarize progress and report to Permitting Director
Assist in strategic planning, developing work plans, and budget plans
Build and maintain relationships with government authorities, relevant entities, and SHDR disciplines to facilitate efficient internal and external communication on permitting and government supervision
Implement overall strategy, develop work plans, collaborate with Development and Operations teams, and support SHDR operations to obtain required licenses and permits

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

ExcelPowerPointWordOutlookGovernment RelationsPermittingLicensingRegulatory ComplianceProject ManagementBilingual English ChineseCross-functional CollaborationConflict Management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for this Associate Manager, Permitting position?

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Is this a remote position or does it require working in an office?

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What education and experience are required for this role?

A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Architectural Design, Construction Management, Project Management, Environmental Protection, Law, Government Relations or related profession is required, with a Master’s degree preferred. Candidates need 7+ years of related work experience, including 3+ years in licensing/permitting or legal experience, preferably in theme parks, retail, construction consulting, or real estate.

What key skills are needed for the Associate Manager, Permitting role?

Excellent bilingual communication skills in Chinese and English (oral and written), proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, quick thinking with logical abilities, conflict management, multitasking in a complex multinational environment, and knowledge of permitting with government departments are required.

What makes a strong candidate for this permitting manager position?

Strong candidates have 7+ years of experience in theme parks, retail, construction, or real estate, 3+ years specifically in permitting/licensing or legal work in Shanghai/China, cross-national company experience, and relevant degrees like in law or project management.