Ruth Britto
About Ruth Britto
Ruth Britto serves as the Director of Global Compensation, Benefits, and HRIS at Diamond Offshore, where she has worked since 2021. With extensive experience in executive compensation and benefits management, she has held various leadership roles in notable companies, including Baker Hughes and Memorial Hermann Healthcare System.
Current Role at Diamond Offshore Drilling
Ruth Britto serves as the Director of Global Compensation, Benefits, and HRIS at Diamond Offshore, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she oversees the company's compensation structures, benefits programs, and human resources information systems. Her responsibilities include ensuring compliance with global compensation standards and aligning employee benefits with organizational goals. Britto's leadership in this capacity is focused on enhancing employee satisfaction while managing costs effectively.
Previous Experience at Baker Hughes
Ruth Britto held multiple positions at Baker Hughes, contributing significantly to the company's Total Rewards strategy. From 2014 to 2017, she was the Manager of Total Rewards - Executive Compensation, where she managed executive compensation programs. Prior to that, from 2010 to 2014, she served as the U.S. Health & Welfare Benefits Manager, focusing on employee health and welfare benefits. Her tenure at Baker Hughes provided her with extensive experience in compensation and benefits management.
Experience at Memorial Hermann Healthcare System
Before her roles at Baker Hughes, Ruth Britto worked at Memorial Hermann Healthcare System as the Director of Benefits & Wellness from 2002 to 2009. During her seven years in this role, she was responsible for developing and managing employee wellness programs and benefits. This experience laid the foundation for her expertise in employee benefits and wellness initiatives.
Educational Background
Ruth Britto earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Speech Communications from the University of Houston, where she studied from 1990 to 1996. This educational background has contributed to her effective communication skills, which are essential in her roles in human resources and compensation management.
Professional Skills and Reputation
Ruth Britto is recognized for her problem-solving abilities and dynamic leadership style. She has a reputation for achieving team synergies and motivating teams to deliver results in complex and rapidly changing environments. Britto is known for identifying cost-saving opportunities while effectively balancing organizational and employee needs, demonstrating her strategic approach to compensation and benefits management.