Director, Legal & Licensing Negotiation

Job Description:

The Role

Relying on strong legal, communication and organizational skills, the Director of Legal & Licensing Negotiation will assist and counsel a team of Vendor Managers for a portfolio of critical market data third-party providers used throughout Fidelity Investments. Collaborating with business partners and Vendor Managers, the Legal & Licensing Director will review, edit, and help negotiate market data contracts, and will help to protect Fidelity by ensuring we are adhering to contractual license requirements. You will work closely with Business Unit Subject Matter Experts, key stakeholders, and Vendor Managers. Specific job-related tasks you will be responsible for:

• Draft and negotiate complex contractual arrangements with sophisticated parties in strict accordance with Firm contracting standards and procedures to protect legal and corporate interests
• Partnering with Vendor Managers to advise on best practices with regards to contracts and negotiations related to new vendors and complex vendor renewals
• Responding to complicated business inquiries from clients and partners regarding contract terms, license coverage and rights/obligations under existing contracts
• Understanding and guiding business partners on complex licensing provisions related to a variety of research and market data usage requirements from investment professionals in a timely manner
• Identifying and escalating legal and risk related contract concerns to the appropriate parties and effectively communicating in writing and orally with business and legal partners

The Expertise and Skills You Bring

• Juris Doctor degree required
• At least 2 years' experience reviewing, drafting and negotiating contractual terms and conditions with vendors
• Experience counseling clients on complex data licensing rights, and being able to explain contractual risks in layperson terms
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, set timelines and meet tight deadlines on occasion
• Experience facilitating meetings and leading complex discussions with business partners and senior leadership
• Proven ability to build strong relationships
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to tailor messages to various audiences
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to exercise good judgement in all facets of work
• High level of curiosity enabling the desire to research and understand new topics

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

The Team

Vendor Relations is a team of Vendor Managers, Contract Specialists and Lawyers that provide outstanding service, specializing in market data and research service relationships and negotiation strategies for the Firm. We are part of the larger Fidelity Fund and Investment Operations business unit supporting the acquisition, management, dissemination, and use of data across the Firm. In Vendor Relations, we collaborate with groups across Fidelity including finance, risk, legal and compliance along with numerous investment teams providing opportunities to expand your network and gain a better understanding of the business.
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.

Certifications:

Category:

Legal

Client-provided location(s): Boston, MA, Merrimack, NH, Westlake, TX

Job ID: Fidelity-2121860

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2026-01-10T18:46:15