Director, Background Investigations
Job Description:
Director, Background Investigations
The Role
As a Director on the firm’s Background Investigations team, you will be working in an industry-leading, collaborative, fast–paced environment and will have the opportunity to provide comprehensive global background vetting of new hires and other investigative capabilities for Fidelity. In this role, you will focus on overseeing a team of background investigators and apply deep investigative knowledge and expertise on a range of matters. You will also partner closely with Internal Investigations and other business partners across the firm on escalated or sensitive issues.
The Director will also play a critical role in strategic initiatives, such as the development of our technology roadmap.
· Provide outstanding leadership and investigative expertise
· Drive operational excellence
· Partner closely with key stakeholder across the firm
· Implement transformational upgrades to modernize the team’s process and technology
The location for this role is RI, NH, NJ, TX, FL, CO, UT or KY.
The Expertise and Skills You Bring
· 12-15 years of law enforcement, investigations, security, risk, or similar experience
· Management and coaching expertise, from entry level to people managers
· Demonstrated expertise in investigative analysis and techniques
· Exceptional verbal and written communication, presentation, and analytical skills
· Executive briefing experience
· Exceptional relationship management and communication skills
· Strong leadership and operational process management skills
· Track record of managing a portfolio of investigations with diverse sensitivities and priority levels
· Ability to quickly diagnose and navigate sensitive organizational matters
· Experience building new programs or frameworks preferred
· Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent degree
Note: Fidelity will not provide immigration sponsorship for this position.
The base salary range for this position is $95,000-186,000 USD per year.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.
Most roles at Fidelity are Hybrid, requiring associates to work onsite every other week (all business days, M-F) in a Fidelity office. This does not apply to Remote or fully Onsite roles. Please consult with your recruiter for the specific expectations for this position.