Job Description:
The Group
Fidelity’s Equity Division manages over 130 diversified mutual funds and more than 60 industry-specific funds, with over $1 trillion in assets under management. Our team includes 200+ Portfolio Managers, Research Analysts, Research Associates, and Sector Specialists, all working together to deliver exceptional investment outcomes.
The Role
We are seeking a Sector Specialist to join our Equity Research Department. In this role, you will be a key contributor to the investment process, partnering closely with analysts, associates, and portfolio managers across the division. You will report directly to a Managing Director of Research and play an integral part in driving research insights and supporting portfolio decisions.
What You’ll Do
Provide research support to equity analysts and associates across multiple sectors.
Aggregate and analyze industry data to identify trends and insights.
Create visualizations of industry trends and analytical results.
Streamline data collection and management processes for efficiency.
Conduct analyses across fundamental, quantitative, and data science disciplines, including the use of large language models and artificial intelligence.
Interpret findings, draw conclusions, and make actionable recommendations.
Collaborate on stock-specific and industry presentations for internal stakeholders.
Partner with global sector specialists, industry sources, Wall Street contacts, and internal teams (data science, technology, market data) to enhance research capabilities.
What We’re Looking For
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree with 1–2+ years of relevant experience in security investing, financial analysis, accounting, valuation, economics, or statistics.
Advanced degree in finance, investment-related disciplines, hard sciences, mathematics, or CFA designation is a plus.
Experience in the energy sector is preferred but not required.
Technical Skills
Strong Excel/VBA skills and a passion for working with data.
Proficiency in R and/or Python.
Familiarity with financial databases such as Bloomberg and FactSet.
Analytical Expertise
Demonstrated interest or experience in fundamental security analysis, quantitative methods, and data science.
Communication
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate research findings.
Commitment to rigorous, evidence-based analysis and the integrity of the scientific method.
Note: Fidelity is not providing immigration sponsorship for this position.
The base salary range for this position is $90,000 - $175,000 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.
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 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.