Job Description:

Barrier Operations Director

This role is responsible for helping to manage and direct the program for the implementation, operations, and monitoring of the Information Barriers policy along with support of other Barrier Operations responsibilities. By performing continuous review of policies, procedures and systems utilized to ensure compliance and minimize risk, the team promotes the goals of Fidelity and of the Advisers; providing real-time technical and interpretative advice.

As a member of the Barrier Operations team, the Director is expected to lead, consult, and influence resolutions on problems and issues across the Advisers related to information barriers and to recommend and implement long-range solution strategies. This role requires an excellent working knowledge of investment adviser and investment company compliance and the rules and risks under which they operate. Day-to-day interaction with portfolio managers and research analysts is required to ensure that information barrier restrictions are understood, and issues are resolved in an appropriate and timely manner. Frequent interaction with the Compliance and Operations of FIL and Geode also occurs in order to resolve potential policy violations.

The Role

Supporting and maintaining the disaggregation Information Barrier program, including policy & procedure updates, annual training development, periodic communication, internal/external audit support and other administrative responsibilities;

Resolving escalated matters, including research, documentation, discussion with Legal and other business units along with supporting other Barrier Operations functions such as MNPI;

Evaluating and applying multiple regulatory requirements to requests received related to information sharing;

Understanding of complex access provisioning and navigation of systems and applications;

Developing new oversight programs for other types of Information Barriers;

Solving business problems with a focus on process improvements and automation;

Leading business initiatives and projects

This role will include a blend of at-home and in-office work. Learn more about how Fidelity has embraced Dynamic Working(opens in a new tab).

The Expertise and Skills You Bring

Bachelor’s degree and typically 10+ years in the financial services industry, compliance, legal, and/or risk experience;

Experience in new policy/program development and implementation;

Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and comfortable with ambiguity;

Exceptional relationship management, communication and influencing skills across all levels of the organization and across varying business units;

High degree of integrity and strong work ethic; orientation toward results; positive attitude;

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills;

Detail oriented with ability to interpret complex matters and provide recommended solutions;

Excellent verbal and written communication skills along with confident presentation skills;

Ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously;

Understanding of complex business structures and ability to effectively network and navigate to drive solutions.

The Team

Asset Management Compliance (“AMC”) works closely with Fidelity’s investment teams across all asset classes to ensure compliance with global regulations, investor requirements, and corporate policies in the interest of promoting customer trust and confidence in Fidelity. AMC is committed to driving Fidelity forward through business partnership and stewardship, platform modernization, and talent development. AMC associates are focused on delivering sound guidance and creative solutions in a timely and responsive manner to support Asset Management in delivering the best customer experience in the financial services industry.

The Barrier Operations team, within AMC, is responsible for supporting both the Information Barriers and Material Non-Public Information programs. This team serves as the point of contact for individuals across Asset Management and more broadly, across the firm, regarding inquiries pertaining to information barriers.

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Company Overview

Fidelity Investments is a privately held company with a mission to strengthen the financial well-being of our clients. We help people invest and plan for their future. We assist companies and non-profit organizations in delivering benefits to their employees. And we provide institutions and independent advisors with investment and technology solutions to help invest their own clients’ money.

Join Us

At Fidelity, you’ll find endless opportunities to build a meaningful career that positively impacts peoples’ lives, including yours. You can take advantage of flexible benefits that support you through every stage of your career, empowering you to thrive at work and at home. Honored with a Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Award(opens in a new tab), we have been recognized by our employees as a Best Place to Work in 2022. And you don’t need a finance background to succeed at Fidelity—we offer a range of opportunities for learning so you can build the career you’ve always imagined.

As a result of COVID-19, many of our associates are continuing to work remotely. When Fidelity employees eventually return to the office, our goal is for most people to work flexibly in a way that balances both personal and business needs with time onsite and offsite through what we’re calling “Dynamic Working(opens in a new tab).” 

We invite you to Find Your Fidelity at fidelitycareers.com.

Fidelity Investments is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that the most effective way to attract, develop and retain a diverse workforce is to build an enduring culture of inclusion and belonging.

Fidelity will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. To initiate a request for an accommodation, contact the HR Leave of Absence/Accommodation Team by sending an email to accommodations @fmr.com, or by calling 800-835-5099, prompt 2, option 2.