Jenna Santos
About Jenna Santos
Jenna Santos is a Global Benefits Manager with extensive experience in managing global immigration and U.S. permanent residency processes. She has held various roles in human resources and benefits management across several companies, including Tetra Pak, KONE Americas, and Russell Investments.
Work at Russell Investments
Jenna Santos has been serving as the Global Benefits Manager at Russell Investments since 2022. In this role, she manages the global immigration and U.S. permanent residency processes, ensuring compliance and facilitating smooth transitions for employees. Her responsibilities include overseeing various benefits programs and strategies that align with the company's global objectives.
Previous Experience in Benefits Management
Before joining Russell Investments, Jenna Santos held several positions in benefits management. She worked at KONE Americas as the Manager of Benefits and Mobility from 2017 to 2019. Prior to that, she served as Team Lead for HR Direct and Benefits Administration at Tetra Pak from 2016 to 2017. Her experience also includes roles at Beam Inc., where she was a Benefits Analyst and later a Change Management Specialist.
Educational Background
Jenna Santos earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration with a focus on Management and Marketing, along with a minor in Sociology from Augustana College. She studied there from 2007 to 2011, gaining foundational knowledge that supports her career in human resources and benefits management.
Achievements in Benefits Program Development
Throughout her career, Jenna Santos has been involved in significant projects related to benefits program development. She led the project management of a 401(k) recordkeeper transition, ensuring a seamless changeover for employees. Additionally, she designed and implemented benefit programs for a newly established entity in Mumbai, contributing to the company's global expansion.
Leadership in Retirement Planning
Jenna Santos has chaired the U.S. Retirement Committee, where she oversaw strategic decisions related to retirement plans. This role highlights her leadership capabilities and her commitment to enhancing employee benefits, particularly in retirement planning.