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**Senior Plan Consultant:** Drafts and executes Fidelity’s Pre-Approved Plan Document, interprets plan provisions, and negotiations contract language. Key responsibilities include analyzing plan documents, negotiating contracts, and communicating project progress. Requires: Previous DC retirement plan experience, ERISA/regulatory understanding, CPA/CEBS/ERPA/ASPPA designation, strong negotiation and communication skills, Microsoft Office, Zoom, Salesforce, Plan Central, XTRAC. Works within the Workplace Investing Implementation group, supporting employers and internal business partners.
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Full Job Description
Job Description:
Note: Fidelity will not provide immigration sponsorship for this position.
The Role
As a Senior Plan Consultant (PC), we draft and execute Fidelitys Pre-Approved Plan Document. We interpret plan provisions from outside plan documents and recognize potential issues in document and operational integrity. We also complete the contract (Service Agreement) between the client and Fidelity. During this process, the PC may need to negotiate the contract language.
Analyze plan documents to determine compatibility with Fidelity's Pre-Approved Plan Document, identifying IRC Section 411(d)(6) protected benefits, and ensuring that plan documents have been timely amended and updated for required law and regulation changes.
Review plan provisions as well as Fidelity services with employers (and consultants or attorneys, if they have one) to facilitate the selection of plan features.
Draft, negotiate, and finalize the creation of the Pre-Approved Adoption Agreement and Service Agreement
Communicate within the department and to appropriate business partners project progress, issues, and accomplishments.
Review and negotiate document exceptions to the Fidelity Pre-Approved Plan Document.
Negotiate service exceptions including modifications to the terms of the contract (Service Agreement).
Sign documents on behalf of FMTC and Fidelity Workplace Services.
Participate in process improvement and companywide initiatives.
The Expertise and Skills You Bring
Previous Defined Contribution retirement plan experience preferred.
Strong understanding of ERISA and regulatory issues especially related to 401(k)/403(b) plans.
College Degree or equivalent experience preferred.
CPA, CEBS, ERPA or ASPPA designation(s), a plus.
Strong contract negotiation skills: ability to articulate a point of view in a compelling and succinct manner
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Application knowledge: Microsoft Office, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Salesforce, Plan Central, XTRAC
Ability to handle multiple projects at one time, applying proper time management skills and using good judgment to figure out the order of task completion
Demonstrated problem solving and client management abilities
Possess the ability to apply learning and comprehend and explain technical concepts
The Team
We are part of the Workplace Investing Implementation group. We work on conversions and corporate actions for plans in all market segments using the Fidelity Pre-Approved Plan Document. We work directly with employers, consultants, advisors, attorneys, and internal business partners. Our success mitigates risk for the client and Fidelity.
Fidelitys 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.
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CompliancePlease be advised that Fidelitys 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.
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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.
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.
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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