VP, Associate General Counsel - Employment Law

Job Description: The FMR LLC Legal Department is seeking to hire a senior attorney to join the Employment Law Team ('ELT'). This team is responsible for all employment law and labor matters across Fidelity's global financial services and venture investment businesses including advisory, regulatory, internal investigative, employment litigation, the employment aspects of corporate acquisitions and transactions, domestic and international business start-ups and wind-downs, corporate reorganizations, executive compensation, non-competition and non-solicitation agreements enforcement, complex and routine employment litigation and labor relations matters.

The Role: As an experienced employment attorney, you work independently on a variety of advisory, internal investigative and employment litigation matters for specified client groups and business partners. The position requires the application of both a full range of federal, state, and international labor and employment laws as well as diverse securities rules and regulations applicable to employee conduct within Fidelity's financial services and venture investment businesses. The Expertise and Skills You BringJ.D. with 7 - 10 years of relevant experience as a practicing attorney in Labor and Employment LawComprehensive knowledge of federal and state labor and employment laws, including those pertaining to employment discrimination and retaliation; accommodations and leaves of absence; wage/hour and payroll; worker classification; whistleblowing; data privacy; reductions in force and job eliminations; workplace injury; credit and criminal checks; waivers of claims Litigation experience strongly preferred, particularly experience with FINRA arbitrations related to U-5 filings Experience advising employers in financial services would be valuable, however is not required Experience advising employers regarding immigration-related matters would be valuable, however is not required Ability to advise senior executives and HR business partners on a full range of employment matters Demonstrated success in litigating both complex and routine employment and labor matters Superior analytical, writing, oral communication, research, investigatory, advocacy, presentation, and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and under pressure and handle multiple tasks Exceptional judgment when weighing both legal and business risk Commitment to excellence The TeamYou will play an important role in advising Fidelity leaders, Human Resources, Employee Relations, Internal Investigations, and others. Your role will be critical to Fidelity's management and resolution of employment issues. You will work closely with a dynamic, highly skilled, and collaborative group of professionals. Fidelity's Onsite Working Model Fidelity is transitioning to a full-time onsite working model through a phased rollout across regions and roles. Currently, some roles and locations require 100% onsite presence, while others require less. Onsite expectations are likely to evolve as the rollout continues. This transition does not apply to fully remote roles. The base salary range for this position is $140,000-285,000 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. 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. 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.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.