Senior University Relationships Lead

Job Description: The Role As the Senior University Relationships Lead, you serve as the strategic liaison between Fidelity and our university partners across graduate, undergraduate and community colleges throughout Fidelity’s regional footprint. In alignment with Fidelity’s workforce strategy and various business plans, you will develop and maintain impactful relationships with our target university career services, deans, faculty, and students, alumni and professional student organizations to provide access to top students and establish a mutually beneficial long-term collaboration. In this role, you lead the planning and execution of hybrid campus engagement and recruiting strategies across regions. You will play a critical role in partnering with key leaders and internal stakeholders across Fidelity’s regional offices to support our early career hiring needs, including co‑op and full‑time programs. The position also includes recruiter responsibilities such as managing requisitions, assessing candidates, and supporting selection processes. The Expertise and Skills You Bring Bachelor’s degree with 5-7 years of recruiting/talent acquisition Proven success in the development of talent attraction and retention strategies Demonstrated experience with all campus recruiting lifecycle components including sourcing, qualifying and assessing students, networking, university trends and relationship management. Experience in managing large-scale recruitment events and presentations Experience building new, strategic school relationships that are aligned to business needs Ability to interpret data and trends to inform decisions and optimize strategies Strong understanding of recruitment laws and compliance Proficient in computer programs (i.e. Microsoft Office) and applicant tracking systems (i.e.Workday) Demonstrated use of technical applications and social media tools for recruitment such as LinkedIn and Handshake Exceptional communication, presentation, and influencing skills with all audiences Proven track record of building and sustaining strong partnerships with universities and internal business stakeholders Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment Ability to lead through ambiguity, adjust to evolving business needs, and influence without authority Travel for campus recruitment and regional events will be required throughout the university recruitment cycle to multiple markets (up to 40%); some evenings and weekends may be necessary Note: Fidelity is not providing immigration sponsorship for this position The Team The University Talent team at Fidelity Investments is a vital part of our broader Talent organization. We are dedicated to attracting and hiring the next generation of talent to shape Fidelity’s future. Our mission is to create an exceptional recruiting and relationship experience for students, universities, business leaders, and talent partners—ensuring a strong pipeline of early career professionals who will drive Fidelity’s continued success. The base salary range for this position is $85,000-171,000 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. Certifications: Category: Human Resources At Fidelity, we are passionate about making our financial expertise broadly accessible and effective in helping people live the lives they want! We are a privately held company that places a high degree of value in creating and nurturing a work environment that attracts the best talent and reflects our commitment to our associates. We are proud of our diverse and inclusive workplace where we respect and value our associates for their unique perspectives and experiences. For information about working at Fidelity, visit FidelityCareers.com. Fidelity Investments is an equal opportunity employer. Fidelity will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. 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