Jessica Benner
About Jessica Benner
Jessica Benner is a Human Resources Business Partner with extensive experience in HR management across various companies, including Cognizant and 3M. She holds a Master’s of Jurisprudence in Labor and Employment Law from Tulane University Law School and a BS in Business Administration with an HR concentration from Gwynedd Mercy University.
Work at Brillio
Jessica Benner has been serving as a Human Resources Business Partner at Brillio since 2021. In this role, she focuses on aligning HR strategies with business objectives to support organizational growth. Her responsibilities include managing employee relations, talent acquisition, and implementing HR initiatives that enhance workforce engagement. She operates within the Greater Philadelphia Area, contributing to the company's HR operations and strategic planning.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Prior to her current role, Jessica Benner held several positions in human resources across various organizations. She worked at Cognizant as a Senior Human Resources Manager from 2018 to 2021, where she managed HR functions for three years. Before that, she was with 3M for eight months in 2017, focusing on employee relations. Additionally, she served as the US Human Resource and Talent Acquisition Manager at Zenith Technologies in 2014, and as a Human Resources Manager at SunOpta from 2014 to 2017.
Education and Expertise
Jessica Benner studied at Tulane University Law School, where she earned a Master’s of Jurisprudence in Labor and Employment Law from 2020 to 2021. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resources from Gwynedd Mercy University. Her expertise includes utilizing Cognos Business Intelligence for HR analytics and managing human capital processes through Fusion HCM.
Skills in HR Management Tools
Jessica Benner possesses proficiency in various HR management tools. She is skilled in using Workday and Taleo for managing employee data. Additionally, she has experience in producing detailed reports and spreadsheets using advanced functions in MS Excel. Her background includes implementing HRIS systems to improve employee data management and reporting capabilities.
Long-term HR Career
Jessica Benner has built a long-term career in human resources, beginning her journey at CHL Systems, Inc. as a Human Resources Manager from 2008 to 2014. Her extensive experience spans over a decade, during which she has developed a comprehensive understanding of HR practices and employee relations across multiple industries.