Manager, Business Continuity

Job Description:

Manager, Business Continuity

Job Description:

Supports initiatives that will have a direct impact on the day-to-day operations of the Enterprise Business Resiliency (EBR), Business Continuity, Resiliency Intelligence Innovation and Vendor Resiliency Communities. Work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, interacting directly with business leaders and cross-functional partners to ensure comprehensive risk management throughout Fidelity Financial Services.

The Team

The Business Continuity Team sits within the Fidelity Resilience, Intelligence and Security Operations organization. We are a dedicated team of risk professionals who provide the strategic development and execution of a business resiliency program, with oversight of operational, technology, and vendor risks that enables our company’s business operations to continue following any disruption.

The Expertise and Skills You Bring

• BA/BS Degree in Business, Information Technology, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in business continuity, disaster recovery or other risk management field.
• Disaster Recovery Institute International certification (ABCP/CBCP) preferred or must acquire certification within 12 months of hire.
• Previous experience working in the Financial Services Industry; Financial Operations, Operational Risk or Information Technology preferred.
• Builds strong and inclusive working relationships, in-person and virtually, through collaboration with business partners and colleagues.
• Critical thinker who approaches work with an open mind and sense of creativity by challenging current practices and recommending improvements to mitigate risks and drive positive change.
• Ability to innovate and complete initiatives independently and prioritize based on shifting risk factors and business priorities.
• Experience with building Power BI or other visual dashboards preferred.
• Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office products; Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, etc.

The Value You Deliver

• Complete risk assessments (operational, technology and vendor), leverage data to identify risks, provide guidance, and perform testing activities on an ongoing basis.
• Advancing our data analytics strategies through the use of digital technologies.
• Participating in the incident response program and recovery activities for business operations, technology or vendor disruptions (on call rotation/including off hours).
• Exhibits executive presence. Communicates clearly, concisely and impactfully in order to influence others; tailoring messaging to audience.
• Conducting reviews of third-party business continuity plans, identifying potential threats and vulnerabilities, and collaborating with colleagues to determine solutions for short-term and long-term vendor outages.
• Solving complicated problems, demonstrating confidence with unanticipated situations, and the ability to help find innovative ways to mitigate risk using advanced analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Encouraging a supportive environment for employees to learn and grow.
• All individuals are expected to cross train and understand the different facets of EBR-Business Continuity and potentially rotate through each program.
• Leading cross-functional teams and effectively managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Note: Fidelity is not providing immigration sponsorship for this position

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.

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 every other week (all business days, M-F) in a Fidelity office.

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Company Overview

Fidelity Investments is a privately held company with a mission to strengthen the financial well-being of our clients. We help people invest and plan for their future. We assist companies and non-profit organizations in delivering benefits to their employees. And we provide institutions and independent advisors with investment and technology solutions to help invest their own clients’ money.

Join Us

At Fidelity, you’ll find endless opportunities to build a meaningful career that positively impacts peoples’ lives, including yours. You can take advantage of flexible benefits that support you through every stage of your career, empowering you to thrive at work and at home. Honored with a Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Award, we have been recognized by our employees as a top 10 Best Place to Work in 2024. And you don’t need a finance background to succeed at Fidelity—we offer a range of opportunities for learning so you can build the career you’ve always imagined.

Fidelity’s hybrid working model blends the best of both onsite and offsite work experiences. Having the majority of our associates work onsite is important for our business strategy and our culture. We also value the benefits that working offsite offers associates. Most roles listed as Hybrid will require associates to work onsite all business days of every other week in a Fidelity office. This does not apply to roles listed as Remote or Onsite.

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, detailed in this document, 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.

We invite you to Find Your Fidelity at fidelitycareers.com.

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.

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.