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Director, Strategy and Planning

Fidelity

Fidelity

Merrimack, NH, USA
USD 103k-211k / year
Posted on Apr 12, 2026

Job Description:

The Role

We are looking for a Director of Strategy & Planning who will demonstrate strategic, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills to drive our workforce strategy and run business operations across the Workforce Strategy & Analytics team. You will work across the HR organization to support development of the strategy and enable planning, business & performance management processes. You will deliver results as both an individual contributor and through influence in a highly matrixed, fast-paced organization. In this role:

  • You will drive the routines & processes that enable an effective, functioning Workforce Strategy & Analytics team
  • You will support planning & delivery of a data-driven workforce strategy
  • You will partner with cross-enterprise stakeholders in Finance, Leadership, Fidelity Real Estate, etc. and produce executive-ready materials that enable progress against the strategy

The Expertise You Have and The Skills You Bring

  • Over 10 years of experience spanning strategy and business leadership roles consistently driving results through a data-driven and outcome oriented approach.”
  • Experience developing the strategic direction for a team or organization and worked with leaders to build consensus around shared priorities, milestones and measures, and accountability
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and to handle stress, as well as to adapt to rapid changes in information, process, direction, or immediate workflow
  • Highly organized, with a consistent track record to prioritize work and the ability to facilitate meetings, track action items and drive completion – you have a bias towards action
  • Can partner with senior leaders, collaborate with members of their teams and peers, and establish relationships to develop and implement strategic plan; can establish trust and credibility with senior partners & accomplished at interacting with and influencing executive-level individuals
  • Ability to use a variety of communication strategies, tools, frameworks, and media that develop clarity, collaboration and trust; a good listener who can find common threads & connect the dots in a complex environment
  • Deep expertise in business management routines and practices, associate engagement, messaging, content creation and leadership insights
  • Passion for meeting people and teams where they are to ensure consistent messaging & engagement across all levels of the organization.
  • Intellectual curiosity and analytics experience that will result in key insights and solutions for sophisticated business problems

Note: Fidelity will not provide immigration sponsorship for this position.

The Team

This dynamic team is part of the Enterprise HR function within Corporate Services and is responsible for developing and driving forward a strategic, forward-thinking approach to reshape our workforce strategy as we look toward the future. The team partners with a wide range of stakeholders spanning executive leadership and business & technology leaders across the firm.

The base salary range for this position is $103,000-211,000 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.

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Benefits that balance life and work

From our fully paid parent leave to our on-site health and wellness centers, our benefits support the belief that more balance you have, the better you can achieve your goals.

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Company overview

Company overview

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 experience.

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 accommodations@fmr.com, or by calling 800-835-5099, prompt 2, option 3.

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.

Hybrid work schedule

Fidelity’s hybrid working model blends the best of both onsite and offsite work experiences. Working onsite is important for our business strategy and our culture. We also value the benefits that working offsite offers associates. Most hybrid roles require associates to work onsite all business days of every other week in a Fidelity office.

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. This investigation includes but is not limited to a criminal, civil litigations and regulatory review, employment, education, and credit review (role dependent). These investigations will account for 7 years or more of history, depending on the role. Where permitted by federal or state law, Fidelity will also conduct a pre-employment drug screen, which will review for the following substances: Amphetamines, THC (marijuana), cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine.

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