About Gap Inc.
At Gap Inc., we create culture as much as we create clothes. Our ambition is to become a high-performing house of iconic American brands that shape culture.
Our portfolio—Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic, and Athleta—each brings a distinct point of view to how we show up in the world and serve our customers.
Old Navy democratizes style with quality and value for all. Gap champions originality through essential pieces that celebrate individuality. Banana Republic is rooted in a spirit of discovery, creating modern pieces inspired by craftsmanship and travel. Athleta champions the Power of She through confidence, strength, and movement.
We’re driven by a shared purpose: to bridge gaps—between people, perspectives, and possibilities—to create a better world.
We’re building a team that performs at a high level—people who think boldly, take ownership, and turn ideas into impact. If you’re ready to learn fast and help shape what’s next, you’ll fit right in.
About the Role
The Associate Manager, Talent Management supports the design, coordination, and execution of talent programs that strengthen leadership pipelines, enhance performance management, and enable organizational capability. This role applies strong analytical, facilitation, and program-management skills to deliver key components of talent processes, partner with HR teams, and ensure consistent execution across the enterprise. The Associate Manager contributes expertise to talent tools, frameworks, and insights while providing guidance to junior team members and supporting cross-functional initiatives that advance the company’s talent strategy.
What You'll Do
Supports the execution of enterprise-wide talent management programs, including talent reviews, succession planning, performance management, and leadership capability initiatives. Partners with HR Business Partners and business leaders to prepare materials, gather insights, support calibration discussions, and ensure alignment across teams. Manages components of talent programs or workstreams, including timelines, documentation, communications, and reporting. Analyzes data and trends to generate insights that inform talent decisions, program improvements, and leadership discussions. Helps manage and maintain talent management tools, templates, and systems to ensure accurate and consistent usage across the organization. Prepares presentations, dashboards, and materials for senior leadership related to talent outcomes, succession pipelines, or organizational capability. Provides guidance and support to junior team members or coordinators involved in talent processes. (Aligned with Senior Professional expectations: advising less-experienced colleagues, supporting quality of outcomes) Identifies opportunities to improve program design, simplify workflows, or enhance the experience for employees, leaders, and HR partners. Works cross-functionally with L&D, HRBP teams, DEI, and other HR sub-functions to ensure integrated delivery of HR initiatives. Ensures confidentiality of sensitive employee data and adherence to governance and compliance requirements.
Who You Are
Strong understanding of Talent Management practices, including performance management, succession planning, leadership development, and organizational development concepts. Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret talent data, identify trends, and communicate insights clearly. Effective communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills across HR and business partners. Ability to manage multiple workstreams or program components, prioritize tasks, and deliver high-quality outputs with accuracy. Strong problem-solving capability with the ability to evaluate complex situations, anticipate issues, and recommend thoughtful solutions. Proficiency with HR technology platforms, talent management tools, and standard office applications. High level of discretion and professionalism when working with sensitive talent and employee information. Experience supporting or leading elements of enterprise HR programs preferred.
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.