Manager - Flagship Human Resources New York

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 teamis 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

In this role you will be responsible for providing HR business support and partnership that results in an engaged workforce and a more productive business. You will be responsible for supporting the execution of people strategies, responding to day-to-day HR activities for the clients, supporting the HR team in developing and executing talent management strategies and partnering with key Gap Inc. HR solution centers (Talent Management, Employee Relations, Recruiting, Total Rewards, etc.) to deliver results against the people strategies.

What You'll Do

• Model and promote organizational values and behaviors
• Guide, train and direct business partners on the execution of HR policies and processes to ensure appropriate legal and corporate compliance
• Provide direct coaching and consultation to HOS population to build and develop greater organizational capability
• Partner and advise on people initiatives in support of the talent pipeline, including attraction, development and engagement
• Manage the recruitment, hiring and on-boarding process for all staff within Flagship location
• Investigates high-risk employee concerns and take action consistent with company policies.
• Guide effective succession and retention planning efforts.
• Proactively identify opportunities for initiatives and programs aimed at enhanced employee communication, morale and job satisfaction.
• Oversee/conduct Company training programs for managers.
• Create and implement training programs aimed at enhancing general management skills.
• Supervise Employment/Training Manager to ensure all objectives are being met.
• Provides developmental opportunities for Employment/Training Manager.
• Coordinate the focal review process for management and non-exempt associates to ensure a consistent administration of performance evaluation, compensation recommendations, system data entry and written performance reviews.
• Responsible for communication of all HR policies, procedures and initiatives to Management team and staff.
• Initiate communication with HR peer group in other stores to share best practices, discuss concerns/solutions, and partner on issues involving consistency in the implementation of HR policies and practices.
• Analyze, benchmark and react to financial, operational and HR metrics to drive results
• Support the effective on-boarding of new leaders to the organization

Who You Are

• Effective at building relationships with business partners
• Demonstrated ability to influence and coach others
• Experience analyzing and interpreting data
• Ability to independently solve problems and make decisions
• Demonstrated ability to identify and articulate necessary strategic objectives
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with all levels in the organization
• College degree required, with an emphasis in Human Resources or Industrial Relations preferred
• 3 or more years experience in Human Resources, preferably in a large, matrix organization, includes, but not limited to, exposure to recruitment, training, employee relations, performance management and organizational development.
• Possess a solid foundation in critical HR discipline expertise (e.g. org design, ER, training)
• Knowledge of federal, state and local labor regulations
• Open availability and flexibility to work according to the needs of the business
• Prior experience leading a team, project or managing others

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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. This year, we've been named as one of the Best Places to Work by the Humans Rights Campaign for the fourteenth consecutive year and have been included in the 2019 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index for the second year in a row.