Director, Contracts Management

This role is responsible for representing and protecting Fidelity in the drafting and negotiation of various types of agreements with Fidelity’s largest plan sponsor clients. The Director of Contracts Management works with Sales, Relationship Management, Operations, Finance, Product Management, Compliance, Finance and Corporate Legal to reach the desired business goals of Fidelity, while managing legal/compliance risk for Fidelity.

• Requires a 4-year college degree and a JD

• 5 to 6 years compliance/legal experience, preferably involving contracts negotiation and drafting

• You possess excellent problem-solving skills that will enable you to function as the primary representative in the resolution of complex negotiation issues with clients and their counsel (internal and external)

• You take initiative in identifying and resolving contracting issues and in developing creative solutions that address client concerns and protect Fidelity

• You have the ability to develop new relationships throughout Fidelity on behalf of the team and have outstanding oral and written communications skills

The Contracts team is an organization of professionals who own the legal, risk and business contractual framework for trust and other service agreements with our Workplace Investing clients. We are part of the larger Workplace Investing Organization. We are client-facing associates who partner closely with the business and internal legal teams in all phases of the contracting process. We strive to build strong client relationships, while protecting the firm from risk.

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.

Placement in the range will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate’s relevant experience, and other factors.

Base salary is only part of the total compensation package. Depending on the position and eligibility requirements, the offer package may also include bonus or other variable compensation.   

We offer a wide range of benefits to meet your evolving needs and help you live your best life at work and at home.  These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage and emotional well-being support, market-leading retirement, generous paid time off and parental leave, charitable giving employee match program, and educational assistance including student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and learning resources to develop your career.  Note, the application window closes when the position is filled or unposted.

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.