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Consultant, Defined Contribution

Yesterday Boston, MA

Job Description:

Fidelity is well known for its outstanding investment management and benefits outsourcing services. We also offer extensive benefits consulting services consisting of design, financing, delivery, and communication of all employee benefit programs at the same high level of quality and expertise that you expect from Fidelity. We are reinventing the consulting experience for our clients through our dedication to responsiveness, expertise, and accuracy.

The Skills and Expertise You Have

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics, Economics, Business, or another quantitatively rigorous subject preferred
  • 6+ years of experience in 401(k), 403(b) industry or benefits consulting
  • QKA, QKC or CEBS exams (a plus)
  • Superior teamwork skills
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Strong aptitude to balance and prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced work environment
  • Ability to work within budgeted timeframes to maintain client profitability without sacrificing quality
  • Experience in managing enhanced client relationships
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills including the ability to build relationships at multiple organizational levels and work (as needed) with individuals in cross-office locations
  • Knowledge in qualified and non-qualified defined contribution plan program design, legislative and regulatory requirements (ERISA/ IRS/DOL), and plan administration, including plans with auto-enrollment and safe harbor design features
  • Ability to read and interpret plan documents
  • Experience and/or strong understanding in determining employer plan allocations (e.g., match, true-up and/or non-elective contributions) and performing annual nondiscrimination testing for defined contribution plans
  • General understanding of FICA requirements (a plus)
  • Experience in conducting compliance reviews, plan termination and/or fiduciary trainings (a plus)
  • Experience with VCP/VFCP, 5500 and 5330 filings (a plus)

The Value You Deliver

  • Providing advice to Chief Financial Officers and Human Resource Directors and/or Officers of mid to large size companies regarding their retirement and other benefit programs.
  • Managing and reviewing projects including defined contribution calculation, enhanced plan administration support, mergers & acquisitions, compliance, plan amendments and plan designs.
  • Mentoring and training associate consultants and analysts to ensure continued development of the staff.
  • Preparing and delivering reports and client presentations
  • Creating project plans, managing / monitoring budgets, and setting internal and client team expectations
  • Preparing responses to RFPs and RFIs for new prospects and participating in new business meetings with prospects (a plus)
  • Supporting thought leadership and initiatives across the retirement practice

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

The Team

The Fidelity Workplace Consulting Group is made up of over 600 professionals who advise clients on the management of their domestic and global benefits. We are a fast-growing business within Fidelity, offering a broad range of services that span benefits design, strategy, funding, communication, and delivery. Many of our team leaders bring experience from other leading consulting firms. While we primarily serve Fortune 1000 companies, we also work with Fidelity clients of all sizes ranging from Fortune 50 to tax-exempt market to Fortune 2000. For more information about Fidelity Workplace Consulting please visit this link: https://www.fidelityworkplace.com/s/workplaceconsulting.

The base salary range for this position is $89,000-$150,000 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.

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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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Consulting

Client-provided location(s): Boston, MA, New York, NY, Chicago, IL, Westlake, TX, Covington, KY, Greenwood Village, CO
Job ID: Fidelity-2109769
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-08-26T23:42:24

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Snacks
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

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