People & Culture Business Partner
About the Company
At Tanger, our mission is to create shopping destinations that entertain, inspire, and bring our communities together. Guided by our vision to lead the evolution of shopping, we’ve spent over four decades innovating the retail experience as a premier owner and operator of outlet and open-air centers. We live our values every day: we lead with integrity, foster inclusion, and embrace innovation to drive meaningful change. These principles come to life through our actions—we build trust, challenge the status quo, win together, and continuously push boundaries to deliver exceptional value and experiences to make it happen. Tanger team members are our most important asset, and we’re proud to offer an environment where everyone is welcomed, respected, heard, supported, and able to thrive. Our emphasis on relationships, employee growth, and exciting career opportunities sets us apart. And our spirit of innovation, expertise, and relentless pursuit of excellence brings us together.
About the Role
In our continued mission to create shopping destinations that entertain, inspire, and bring communities together, Tanger is seeking a People & Culture Business Partner This role offers the opportunity to work both independently and collaboratively, supported by a flexible, Teams-driven workplace designed to empower connection, innovation, and impact across geographies. About the Tanger Perks: Competitive salary Generous Suite of Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits 401(k) match Paid PTO and Holidays Paid Volunteer Hours Team Member Paid Leave Programs Tuition Reimbursement Wellness Incentives Group Life and Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits Team Member Discounts And more… How can you contribute to what we do? ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Strategic Partnership & Advisory Build strong, credible relationships with senior leaders, managers, and employees; serve as a trusted advisor and coach. Partner with leadership to design, implement, and sustain people strategies aligned to business objectives, organizational priorities, and core values. Hold leaders and teams accountable to company values and expected leadership behaviors. Talent & Organizational Effectiveness Partner with Talent Acquisition Manager on talent initiatives including talent acquisition for critical roles Advise on organizational design, workforce planning, restructures, and change management to support business evolution. Mentor and coach leaders on people leadership, performance management, succession planning, employee development and disciplinary actions. Employee Relations & Engagement Consult with leaders and employees to diagnose root-cause issues, improve work relationships, and drive positive engagement outcomes. Provide guidance, investigation, and resolution for employee relations matters, ensuring fair, consistent, and equitable application of policies. Operational Excellence & Data-Driven Decisions Analyze people data, trends, and metrics to inform insights, recommendations, and program enhancements. Partner across the People & Culture team to drive HR transformation initiatives that improve employee experience, processes, and operational efficiency. Participate in and lead cross-functional projects and special initiatives as needed. Collaboration & Communication Participate in recurring leadership and business unit meetings to align on priorities and progress. Communicate proactively and effectively across all levels of the organization. Compliance & Risk Management Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. Manage the company handbook and adjacent policies by reviewing and updating semi-annually in collaboration with Legal, external counsel and People & Culture peers Oversee document retention practices in collaboration with Legal for People & Culture documents Interpret and advise on People & Culture policies and practices. COMPETENCIES: This list is illustrative only and not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Broad, in-depth knowledge of HR disciplines, practices, policies, and employment law Strong business acumen with the ability to translate strategy into actionable people solutions Exceptional interpersonal, coaching, and influencing skills across all organizational levels Clear, concise, and persuasive verbal and written communication Proven ability to assess complex situations and deliver practical, effective solutions Data-driven mindset with experience using metrics to guide decision-making Strong project and change management capabilities Ability to work independently while thriving in a collaborative team environment High sense of urgency, accountability, and customer orientation Demonstrates sound judgment, discretion, and integrity Adheres to Tanger’s Values: Integrity, Inclusion, and Innovation REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 5+ years of HR business partner, talent, or generalist experience. Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in Human Resources, Business, or related field. LOCATION Strong preference for candidates in Greensboro, North Carolina or the surrounding areas. HIRING RANGE DISCLAIMER The base salary range represents the low and high end of the hiring range for this position. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Tanger's total compensation package for employees. Hiring Range: $78,000 - $120,000 per year Experience the difference and be a part of our extraordinary team! EEO and E-verify Tanger values diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and unique contributions and is committed to fostering an environment where everyone is valued and respected. Our talent management approach, which includes policy development, training, goals, and targets, is aimed at fostering a fair, inclusive, collaborative, and innovative culture. Tanger is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Workplace. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Accessibility Note: If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, or if you are unable to use the online application, please request accommodation or ask for an alternative method of applying by emailing: [email protected]. All recruitment is managed internally; unsolicited agency submissions from recruiters or staffing agencies will not be considered. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security EOE. Drug Free Workplace. A background check will be conducted for this position. Tanger Management, LLC participates in E-Verify. Tanger Inc. (NYSE: SKT) is a leading owner and operator of outlet and other open-air retail shopping destinations, with over 45 years of expertise in the retail and outlet shopping industries. Tanger’s portfolio of 38 outlet centers and three open-air lifestyle centers includes more than 16 million square feet well positioned across tourist destinations and vibrant markets in 22 U.S. states and Canada. A publicly traded REIT since 1993, Tanger continues to innovate the retail experience for its shoppers with over 3,000 stores operated by more than 800 different brand name companies. For more information on Tanger, call 1-800-4TANGER or visit tanger.com. At Tanger, we believe that true innovation and progress come from embracing the unique experiences, perspectives, and voices of our people, partners, and communities. By fostering inclusion and building trust, we challenge the status quo and create an environment where everyone can thrive—and where we win together. Tanger is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Workplace. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. 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