About Gap Inc.
Our brands bridge the gaps we see in the world. Old Navy democratizes style to ensure everyone has access to quality fashion at every price point. Athleta unleashes the potential of every woman, regardless of body size, age or ethnicity. Banana Republic believes in sustainable luxury for all. And Gap inspires the world to bring individuality to modern, responsibly made essentials.
This simple idea—that we all deserve to belong, and on our own terms—is core to who we are as a company and how we make decisions. Our team is made up of thousands of people across the globe who take risks, think big, and do good for our customers, communities, and the planet. Ready to learn fast, create with audacity and lead boldly? Join our team.
About the Role
Gap Inc. Human Resources is seeking exceptional talent for the dedicated Talent Partner role, supporting Banana Republic HR teams. The Talent Partner will serve as the strategic leader in Talent Development and Talent Management (TM) priorities for Banana Republic and Gap Inc. Reporting to the Head of HR for Banana Republic, the Talent Partner will work closely with the relevant HR Business Leader (HRBL) and Banana Republic HR Leadership Team to develop and deploy talent strategies to align with business and transformation goals. This role will also partner closely with the Talent Management (TM) Centers of Excellence (CoE) through a Community of Practice for capability building to ensure TM solutions are implemented consistently throughout Brands and Corporate Functions, as outlined by company and HR strategy.
Talent partners enable talent development programs for Gap Inc. brands and corp. functions as they support efforts related to talent planning and talent development. Talent partners align with brand and corp. function HRBLs to identify the needs to deliver Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and Business as Usual (BAU) programs. They will share insights, co-design, and use Gap Inc. talent tools to build brand and corp. function strategies to assess, develop, promote, and retain talent needed to drive business outcomes.
Talent partners are critical for high-performing execution across the HR Operating Model. They partner with HRBLs to identify talent needs for brands and corp. functions; partner with HRBPs for consistent activations of talent programs; partner with employee experience (EExp) to ensure talent development programs are executed efficiently for stores and headquarter (HQ) employees.
What You'll Do
- Partner with HRBLs to define brand and corp. function talent strategies – identifying critical talent development.
- POC between HRBLs/HRBPs and Centers of Excellence (CoE) to provide insights and co-design talent development programs with CoE leads - interfaces with Talent Lifecycle Programs team for supporting resources and guidance on enterprise-wide, talent-related frameworks. NOTE: Adapts and activates frameworks within client group taking into consideration relevant budget and business function AOP..
- Plan and facilitate brand and corp. function talent reviews (using Gap Inc. talent toolsesources) aligned with the Gap Inc. talent calendar – outputs used for Senior Leadership Team (SLT) Talent Reviews – talent review outputs include annual succession and development planning, Hi Potential (HiPo) development, and top talent retention.
- Partners across TM CoE lead to understand the implementation schedule of talent lifecycle programs, employee training and leadership development programs, and HiPo development programs and communicate and prepare HRBLs and HRBPs for launches (in partnership with EExp).
- Facilitate T3 (as necessary) for HRBLs and HRBPs for implementation of talent lifecycle, team building, and/or change management programs.
- Partner with HRBLs to track progress against development (capabilities, performance, potential, leadership, and career development) plans, escalate risks, and adjust repeatedly to reduce talent gaps.
- Work with HRBLs and business leaders to ensure organization health and effectiveness (i.e., organization design, development, change adoption and sustainment, avoiding unplanned SG&A increases, etc., aligning to the guiding principles defined as part of the transformation efforts.
- Assess org structure and identify scenarios to improve ways of working effectiveness and talent development through org design changes.
- Design on-boarding plans in partnership with HRBPs for new and recently promoted senior leaders.
Who You Are
- Embodiment of Gap Inc’s Purpose, Mission, Vision, and Values to drive a high-performing organization through the role of the Talent Partner.
- Proactive and adaptable professional partnering with client groups and the TM COE – sharing industry trends and best practices, incorporating new ideas and strategies, and representing the Voice of Customer to ensure TM toolsesources are useful for all Gap Inc. employees (i.e., HQ, Stores, CEC/CCC).
- Data-driven thinker who monitors talent metrics and KPIs to track the effectiveness of talent management initiatives and identify areas of improvement.
- Proven ability to translate innovative solutions for change management efforts into digestible tools and frameworks to enable leaders to successfully lead through organizational change.
- Ability to advise and partner across a broad group of senior leaders, partners, and stakeholders; skilled influencer who understands how to achieve buy-in without direct authority from leaders and teams across a matrixed organization.
- Champion consistency across all Brands / Corporate Functions in the talent development space to ensure an equitable employee experience.
Benefits at Gap Inc.
- Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees.
- One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry.*
- Employees can take up to five “on the clock” hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice.*
- Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee’s base pay.*
- Employee stock purchase plan.*
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.*
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*For eligible employees
Gap Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We have received numerous awards for our long-held commitment to equality and will continue to foster a diverse and inclusive environment of belonging. In 2022, we were recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers and one of the Best Employers for Diversity.
Salary Range: $147,200 - $212,100 USD
Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county and state requirements.
US CandidatesPlease note that effective, June 30, 2022, Gap Inc. will no longer require any of its employees to wear face masks or require proof of COVID vaccination, unless required by local or state/provincial mandates or as part of Gap Inc’s quarantine guidelines after being exposed to or testing positive for COVID. Therefore, please disregard any language in any job posting that refers to Gap Inc.’s face mask and proof of vaccination policy as said policy is no longer effective.
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