About this role
Job Description:
The Role
Are you ready to shape the future of early talent at Fidelity Investments? The University Talent team is seeking a Director, Early Talent Strategy and Experiences to define and scale how we build, engage, and strengthen early talent pipelines across technical and non-technical areas.
This role is critical in expanding how we connect with talent earlier in their journey and aligning those efforts to evolving business and skill needs. You will lead a portfolio of initiatives that create meaningful, high-quality experiences-from early identification through experiential learning-that deepen engagement and strengthen long-term pipeline health.
You will also evolve our Co‑op offering into a more integrated, enterprise-aligned experience that complements our broader early talent strategy and connects more intentionally with other programs, including FIDTERN.
We are seeking a thoughtful and driven leader who brings a strategic perspective, strong collaboration skills, and the ability to influence across teams. You translate ideas into action, build scalable approaches, and deliver measurable impact aligned to Fidelity's future talent priorities.
The Expertise and Skills You Bring
8-12 plus years of experience in Talent Acquisition, University Recruiting, Early Talent, or Workforce StrategyExperience building or evolving early talent pipelines, engagement strategies, or experiential programsProven ability to lead, develop, and inspire high-performing teamsAbility to align talent strategies to business priorities and future skill needsExperience supporting both technical and non-technical talent areasStrong collaboration and stakeholder management skills across business leaders, HR, and recruiting teamsClear and effective communication skills with the ability to influence and build alignmentAbility to navigate ambiguity and build scalable solutionsStrong focus on outcomes, metrics, and continuous improvementSelf-motivated and accountable, with a focus on delivering resultsBachelor's degree or equivalent experience requiredDefine and lead the early talent pipeline strategy, building diverse, skills-aligned pipelines for future hiring needs, including pathways beyond traditional university channelsDesign and scale year-round engagement approaches, including talent communities and experiential offerings that connect with talent early in their academic journeyEvolve and integrate Co‑op into the broader early talent ecosystem, enhancing its structure, experience, and alignment with business and talent needsEstablish and monitor key indicators of pipeline health, engagement, and long-term effectivenessPartner with business leaders to align early talent efforts to workforce planning and emerging skill prioritiesEnsure strong connection across early talent experiences and downstream programs, including FIDTERN and recruiting executionStrengthen reach, deepen engagement, and enhance the overall candidate experienceProvide insights and recommendations to inform strategy, investment, and program directionBuild and lead a high-performing team with clear goals, accountability, and focus on outcomesDeliver a consistent, high-quality experience for candidates, hiring teams, and internal partners Note: Fidelity will not provide immigration sponsorship for this position.
The Team
We are part of the broader Talent organization at Fidelity Investments. Our mission is to deliver high-quality experiences that build and strengthen early talent pipelines in support of Fidelity's long-term hiring needs. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging that attracts, develops, and retains a diverse workforce.
Fidelity's Onsite Working Model Fidelity is transitioning to a full-time onsite working model through a phased rollout across regions and roles. Currently, some roles and locations require 100% onsite presence, while others require less. Onsite expectations are likely to evolve as the rollout continues. This transition does not apply to fully remote roles.
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Human Resources Please be advised that Fidelity's business is governed by the provisions of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, ERISA, numerous state laws governing securities, investment and retirement-related financial activities and the rules and regulations of numerous self-regulatory organizations, including FINRA, among others. Those laws and regulations may restrict Fidelity from hiring and/or associating with individuals with certain Criminal Histories.