Director, Early Talent Strategy & Experiences

Director, Early Talent Strategy & Experiences Location: Merrimack, NH; Covington, KY; Smithfield, RI Team: Corporate Services Experience Level: Director Job Description 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 Strategy Experience building or evolving early talent pipelines, engagement strategies, or experiential programs Proven ability to lead, develop, and inspire high‑performing teams Ability to align talent strategies to business priorities and future skill needs Experience supporting both technical and non‑technical talent areas Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills across business leaders, HR, and recruiting teams Clear and effective communication skills with the ability to influence and build alignment Ability to navigate ambiguity and build scalable solutions Strong focus on outcomes, metrics, and continuous improvement Self‑motivated and accountable, with a focus on delivering results Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required Define and lead the early talent pipeline strategy, building diverse, skills‑aligned pipelines for future hiring needs, including pathways beyond traditional university channels Design and scale year‑round engagement approaches, including talent communities and experiential offerings that connect with talent early in their academic journey Evolve and integrate Co‑op into the broader early talent ecosystem, enhancing its structure, experience, and alignment with business and talent needs Establish and monitor key indicators of pipeline health, engagement, and long‑term effectiveness Partner with business leaders to align early talent efforts to workforce planning and emerging skill priorities Ensure strong connection across early talent experiences and downstream programs, including FIDTERN and recruiting execution Strengthen reach, deepen engagement, and enhance the overall candidate experience Provide insights and recommendations to inform strategy, investment, and program direction Build and lead a high‑performing team with clear goals, accountability, and focus on outcomes Deliver a consistent, high‑quality experience for candidates, hiring teams, and internal partners Note: Fidelity will not provide immigration sponsorship for this position. 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. Equal Opportunity Employer Fidelity Investments is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that the most effective way to attract, develop, and retain a diverse workforce is to build an enduring culture of inclusion and belonging. Reasonable Accommodations Fidelity will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. To initiate a request for an accommodation, contact the HR Accommodation Team by sending an email to View email address on click.appcast.io, or by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io, prompt 2, option 3. Applicant Screening At Fidelity, we value honesty, integrity, and the safety of our associates and customers within a heavily regulated industry. Certain roles may require candidates to go through a preliminary credit check during the screening process. Candidates who are presented with a Fidelity offer will need to go through a background investigation and may be asked to provide additional documentation as requested. Legal Disclosure 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Fidelity