Assoc Mgr-Permitting

Position  :   Associate Manager, Permitting

Department  :   Permitting, Record and Information Management

Job Purpose

The Associate Manager, Permitting position is responsible for the below functions:

• Build and maintain the relationships with government authorities, relevant entities and all disciplines within the SHDR organization to facilitate efficient communication on permitting and gov’t supervision, both internally and externally.
• Implement the overall strategy and develop work plans, work seamlessly with internal LOBs from Development and Operations teams, and support the operation of SHDR to obtain all required licenses and permits.

Key Responsibilities

• Gain familiarity with the laws and regulations related to licensing and permitting and pass the critical information to work teams within Disney organization.
• Act as point of contact with government department level in Pudong New District and local Shanghai bureaus, working closely with lines of business, understanding their needs, record the challenges encountered and facilitate solutions by seeking support and leveraging resources from team leader and external government authorities.
• Review and process complex permit applications, provide professional advice on unusual and complex permit submittals based on Disney uniqueness.
• Independently work on the preparation of application package by reviewing the drawings, specifications, applications, and other critical information being requested by the authorities, conducting the pre-communication with relevant authorities, and tracking the approval process, to ensure the licenses and permits be issued as planned and periodically summarize work progress and give regular report to the Permitting Director.
• Provide assistance in strategic planning, forming up working plans and budge plans.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Architectural Design, Construction Management, Project Management, Environmental Protection, Law, Government Relations or related profession.

Experience:

• 7+ Years job related experience. Theme parks, retail, food and beverage, construction consulting or real estate industry work is preferred.
• 3+ years of licensing and permitting or legal experience or related project development experience in Shanghai and mainland China.
• Previous experience working for a multi-national company is a plus.

Required Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills in both Chinese and English, including oral expression (in reports and daily conversations) and written expression (correspondence with stakeholders).
• Computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Quick response, quick thinking, and certain logical thinking ability.
• Proven ability to work in a complex and diverse major business unit of a multi-national company, with the ability to manage conflict and manage multiple important tasks.
• Certain background and specific knowledge in the business of working with the government authorities on licenses and permits applications.

About Shanghai Disney Resort:

As one of the worldwide leaders in family entertainment, Shanghai Disney Resort delivers legendary service and a lifetime of memories for our guests. Joining us in a new world of fantasy, imagination, creativity and adventure involves creating happiness for the millions of guests who visit our Resort each year. Whether your career journey here is onstage or backstage, there are almost unlimited opportunities for growth and personal development at Shanghai Disney.

* We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities.

* Specific benefits vary between different roles and may be adjusted according to company policy.

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