Associate Manager, CEO Communications

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 work in an energizing, fast paced environment focused on all public relations endeavors. You will be an ambassador for our brands, driving press & brand awareness across all media channels. You will be responsible for creating impactful PR campaigns & influencing editorial coverage. You should have outstanding organizational skills with superior written and verbal communication

What You'll Do

• Manages the CEO's public and Executive office's email inboxes, prioritizing incoming messages, ensuring timely responses, and organizing emails efficiently to facilitate easy access and action on critical communications. Implements systematic approaches for tracking and flagging important correspondence, reducing clutter, and streamlining the flow of information to and from the CEO.
• Maintain CEO's contacts, including email, phone and addresses.
• Catalogue all incoming mail and prepare responses for CEO.
• Maintain CEO's external engagement calendar, and coordinate with teams involved to ensure adequate and timely preparation - Calendaring Communications preparation meetings, arranging Styling sessions, preparing Briefing materials, etc.
• Manage and coordinate the 'cultural curator' outreach process with Communications team, inclusive of preparing handwritten notes to external contacts with the latest product drops.
• Work closely with the CEO's office to monitor, organize, and respond to LinkedIn messages, leveraging the platform for strategic networking, engagement, and communication. Develops and maintains a structured system for categorizing messages, ensuring that opportunities for partnerships, media engagements, and other important connections are capitalized upon promptly and effectively, in partnership with Communications team.
• Ensure meticulous follow-up after significant meetings, events, and travels by coordinating and sending personalized thank you cards to key stakeholders and VIPs, demonstrating CEO's's / the organization's gratitude and maintaining strong relationships.
• Manage communications during holidays, planning and executing thoughtful messages and gestures that reflect the organization's values and appreciation for its network of partners, clients, and collaborators.

Who You Are

• Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate and build partnerships with all levels of management.
• Must have a high level of emotional intelligence to navigate the complexities of interactions with a range of personalities and positions within and outside the organization.
• MUST be proficient and advanced in computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Excellent organizational skills and strong sense of urgency with the ability to handle multiple high priority tasks with confidence and confidentiality.
• Understanding of how brand engagement fits into the larger picture of marketing; voracious consumer of culture, technology, and fashion
• Willingness to take on additional responsibilities as needed to support the CEO and Chief of Staff, demonstrating initiative and a commitment to the organization's success.

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.*
• See more of the benefits we offer.

*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: $87,900 - $116,500 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.