Kimberly J. Bridges
Basehor,USA
Summary
Highly motivated human resources benefits professional with extensive experience and proven results in developing and managing global health and welfare benefit strategies, designs, and programs. Strategic problem solver, adept at identifying issues and crafting effective solutions. Committed to optimizing employee well-being and satisfaction through comprehensive benefit offerings.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director - Benefits
Principal Financial Group
03.2021 - Current
- Develop and implement global benefit strategies, including alignment with enterprise strategies and tailoring benefits to meet regional and cultural needs.
- Design and manage global benefit programs.
- Served as subject matter expert for mergers & acquisitions and new entity establishment.
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive benefit improvements, ensuring benefits are competitive and cost-effective.
- Proficient in presenting to key stakeholders, including the executive management team, global HR partners and vendor partners.
- Acted as an informal leader to junior team members.
- Monitored industry trends and regulations to maintain compliance and competitiveness.
Senior Benefit Consultant - Human Resources
Principal Financial Group
12.2008 - Current
- Design, implement and manage domestic health and welfare benefit programs to drive value, market competitiveness and a positive overall employee experience
- Collaborate with benefit and compensation professionals to design a total compensation package that aids in attraction and retention of top talent
- Provide health and welfare benefit consulting to strategic partners in global locations
- Develop and execute short-term and long-term benefit strategies to support company goals / prepare and present recommendations to Sr. Leadership to influence change
- Lead / participate in the implementation of health and welfare benefit programs, vendor changes, merger/acquisition and/or other special projects
- Own benefit component of mergers and acquisitions, including in-depth benefit plan comparisons and education
- Monitor population health and identify strategic solutions which encourage improved health and wellness
- Maintain day-to-day relationships with third-party suppliers, serving as the primary contact regarding benefit set-up and interpretation
- Actively monitor and analyze regulatory requirements and apply changes as required
- Calculate annual health plan rates using actuarily sound practices and assist in forecasting future expense
- Manage and coordinate benefit renewals in global locations
Senior Benefit Analyst - Human Resources
Principal Financial Group
01.2008 - 12.2008
- Supported the HR benefit consultants with research, analytics and various administrative functions
- Researched and compiled benchmarking data for the benefits team
- Completed SEC filing and statutory employee testing to comply with regulations
- Facilitated award and survey submissions on behalf of the benefits team
- Assisted with new employee benefit orientation and communication
Education
Associate in Science - Business Administration
Des Moines Area Community College
Des Moines, Iowa05.2003
Skills
- Analytical
- Critical thinking abilities
- Consulting
- Benefit trend analysis
- Benefit outcomes optimization
- Strategic thinking
- Coaching and mentoring
Timeline
Assistant Director - Benefits
Principal Financial Group
03.2021 - Current
Senior Benefit Consultant - Human Resources
Principal Financial Group
12.2008 - Current
Senior Benefit Analyst - Human Resources
Principal Financial Group
01.2008 - 12.2008
Associate in Science - Business Administration
Des Moines Area Community College
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