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Kelli Appleberry

Lee's Summit,MO

Summary

Experienced professional in total rewards, specializing in compensation strategy, benefits analysis, and salary benchmarking. Collaborative team player adept at adapting to changing needs and achieving optimal results. Proficient in market research, data analysis, and designing compensation structures aligned with organizational goals. Recognized for reliability, analytical skills, and fostering an inclusive and high-performing workplace culture.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager, Total Rewards

Allianz Trade
04.2022 - Current
  • Responsible for compensation program, including benchmarking, market survey participation, and analysis.
  • Implemented new compensation system, including researching and selecting new vendor, and job description revamp.
  • Create departmental pay analysis reports and present to leadership.
  • Integral in benefit plan design, including vendor selections.
  • Lead a robust themed monthly wellness program.
  • Led outsourcing of our leave management program.
  • Responsible for audits, including 401k, FSA testing, retiree plan, and data.
  • Research market trends and create ad hoc analytic reporting as needed.
  • Administer all aspects of the ESPP (stock program).
  • Communicate and work closely with Group for rewards and performance timelines and initiatives.
  • Collaborate routinely with other members of the HR team.
  • Implement process improvements that enhanced team productivity and reduced operational delays.

Lead Compensation Analyst

Lockton Companies
10.2018 - 02.2022
  • Created compensation policies to establish competitive programs and ensure compliance with legal requirements for all of Lockton US locations.
  • Partnered with leadership to create compensation design for all series leaders.
  • Responsible for all benchmarking and market analysis for over 5,000 associates in multiple locations.
  • Researched market trends and create ad hoc analytic reporting as needed.
  • Responsible for company FLSA classifications.
  • Administered all deferred compensation programs.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive salary benchmarking processes to enhance pay equity.

Compensation Consultant

GEHA
03.2018 - 10.2018
  • Contracted to help build job architecture and market price all positions.
  • Assisted with creating and implementing a grade structure across the company.
  • Analyzed compensation data to ensure market competitiveness and alignment with organizational goals.

Manager, Compensation and Benefits

Americo Services, Inc.
01.2013 - 01.2017
  • Established competitive compensation and benefits strategy and policies.
  • Directed all employee benefits design.
  • Designed new process for employee evaluations which resulted in marked performance improvements.
  • Designed, implemented, and transitioned the company from vacation and sick to a PTO bank program.
  • Partnered in employee relations issues with managers to ensure risk mitigation and coach them on employment laws.
  • Project Lead for organizational transition and revamp of HR systems.
  • Initiated cost savings with vendors, including 27% reduction in payroll services.
  • Responsible for compliance reporting; including EEO-1 Reporting and benefits 5500's.

Compensation Analyst

Americo Services, Inc.
01.2007 - 01.2013
  • Directed compensation policies to establish competitive programs and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
  • Advised on all compensation aspects, including new hire, promotion, and merit increases for 3 companies.
  • Developed job descriptions for all positions.
  • Classified jobs according to FLSA regulations.
  • Conducted market analysis regularly for new and existing jobs.
  • Participated in various salary surveys to ensure competitive advantage.
  • Administered semiannual bonus program and annual performance review process.

Recruiting Specialist

Americo Services, Inc.
01.2006 - 01.2007
  • Promptly corresponded with all applicants and coordinated and conducted interviews.
  • Pre-screened all resumes prior to sending them to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
  • Conducted exit interviews and verified that employment termination paperwork was completed.
  • Networked with industry contacts, association memberships and associates.

Payroll Administrator

Americo Services, Inc.
01.2002 - 01.2007
  • Managed payroll for an organization of 500 associates.
  • Developed and maintained internal control and processes for payroll.
  • Administered company's retirement plan.

Education

BA - Business Administration

Missouri Southern State College
Joplin, Missouri

Skills

  • Workplace professionalism
  • Strategic decision making
  • Analytical reasoning
  • Effective collaboration
  • Detail-oriented approach
  • Analytical problem solving
  • Service excellence
  • Project coordination
  • Effective communication
  • Innovative thinking
  • Strategic foresight
  • Team leadership experience

Certification

  • PHR
  • SHRM-CP

Timeline

Manager, Total Rewards

Allianz Trade
04.2022 - Current

Lead Compensation Analyst

Lockton Companies
10.2018 - 02.2022

Compensation Consultant

GEHA
03.2018 - 10.2018

Manager, Compensation and Benefits

Americo Services, Inc.
01.2013 - 01.2017

Compensation Analyst

Americo Services, Inc.
01.2007 - 01.2013

Recruiting Specialist

Americo Services, Inc.
01.2006 - 01.2007

Payroll Administrator

Americo Services, Inc.
01.2002 - 01.2007

BA - Business Administration

Missouri Southern State College

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