Customer Relationship Advocate Career Development Experience- Smithfield, RI

Fidelity Investments Inc.; Smithfield (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(K) match

Paid Time off

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Maternal and Parental Leave

Student Loan Assistance

Concierge Services

Wellness Program

Charitable match

Job summary

Fidelity Investments Inc. is seeking a Customer Relationship Advocate (CRA) to join our team onsite in a structured, milestone-based program.

You will support clients, handle trade requests, and assist with money movements while pursuing FINRA SIE, Series 7, and Series 63 licenses with the company’s sponsorship. As you progress, you’ll gain deeper financial services knowledge, engage with leadership, and explore career paths through shadowing and Fidelity’s career resources.

Qualifications

• Aptitude to complete FINRA SIE, Series 7 Top Off and Series 63 exams through Fidelity's licensing program.
• Enthusiasm for continuous learning and applying new concepts.
• Ability to establish rapport with customers and resolve issues efficiently.
• Capacity to handle diverse situations with resilience and empathy.
• Growth mindset and accountability for long-term success.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical reasoning to interpret scenarios.

Responsibilities

• Answer inbound calls and provide high-quality customer service.
• Support clients with trades, money movement, and online assistance.
• Engage in licensing prep and progress through the three milestone program.
• Develop skills via coaching, team meetings, and career center resources.

Skills

FINRA licensing

Series 7

Series 63

Customer service

Problem solving

Adaptability

Learning agility

Communication

Tools

Licensing program

Job description

Job Description:

Fidelity is transitioning to a full-time onsite working model through a phased rollout across regions and roles. Currently, this role is required to be onsite for one week (all 5 days) out of every four weeks. Onsite expectations are likely to evolve as the rollout continues.

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

The Role

Join our team of Customer Relationship Advocates (CRA). This first-of-its-kind experience supercharges your early career growth at Fidelity with personalized support, skill development and training. In this role, you are a licensed professional providing outstanding customer service while answering inbound phone calls and supporting Fidelity’s valued clients. You will develop skills to assist with a broad range of client needs, including trade requests, money movement, online support and so much more!

What to expect…

As a new CRA, you’ll learn about the financial services industry, apply new concepts, develop, and practice new skills, and push yourself to accomplish new goals through three major milestones:

1. Licensing Preparation

In the first months, you’ll prepare to become a FINRA Registered Representative by studying for and obtaining your SIE®, Series 7, and 63 licenses, all fully sponsored by Fidelity. This includes paid study time and access to valuable resources like licensing coaches and workshops. While these exams can be challenging, rest assured that we’re here to support you every step of the way!

2. Skill Development

In the following months, you’ll handle more complex customer calls while dedicating time each week to connect with your team, meet with your leader, and expand your network.

3. Proficiency

As you gain confidence and proficiency in serving customers, you’ll explore new career paths through job shadowing and our career center.

The Expertise and Skills You Bring

• Aptitude and dedication to complete the FINRA SIE ®, Series 7 Top Off and Series 63 exams through our industry-leading licensing program.




• Enthusiasm for continuous learning and dedication to studying and applying new concepts, learning quickly, and retaining information to assist with decision-making.




• A passion for connection and desire to establish rapport with customers by facilitating meaningful conversations that are resolution-oriented and efficient.




• Ability to handle different types of situations, emotions and conversations driving towards suitable resolutions.




• A desire for growth and a mindset that generates long term success through adaptability and personal accountability.




• Exceptional critical and analytical problem-solving skills and a demonstrated ability to interpret a scenario, leverage resources and find an appropriate resolution.




• Comfortable learning new technology or proprietary platforms and confident navigating multiple systems simultaneously.

The Team

Our greatest asset is our people. We are committed to building a diverse workforce, enduring a culture of belonging, and creating more inclusive experiences for our associates, customers, and our community.

Our benefit programs are crafted to help you and your loved ones strike the perfect balance. Here are a few featured benefits (not all benefits are listed):

• Maternal and Parental Leave


• Student Loan Assistance


• 401(K) up to 7% match


• Health Insurance


• Dental Insurance


• Vision Insurance


• Disability Insurance


• Paid Time off


• Charitable match


• Concierge Services


• Wellness Program

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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.

Certifications:

Series 07 - FINRA, Series 63 - FINRA

Category:

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.