Client Development Manager Jobs in Toronto, ON (NOW HIRING)

This is a hybrid role with a mix of remote and in-office working

Current work authorization for Canada is required for all openings.

Who We Are

At Fidelity, we've been helping Canadian investors build better financial futures for over 35 years. We offer individuals and institutions a range of trusted investment portfolios and services - and we're constantly seeking to find new and better ways to help our clients. As a privately owned company, we boldly embrace innovation in all areas as we continue to grow our business into the future.

Working with us means you'll be part of a diverse and dedicated group of people who make a real difference for our clients and communities every day. You'll have a wide range of opportunities to grow and develop your career in an inclusive environment where you'll feel valued and supported to be your best - both personally and professionally.

What We Do

The Strategy & Corporate Development Team's key responsibility is to provide high quality business & strategy consulting and corporate development / M&A services for Fidelity Canada and to support the most senior stakeholders across the organization. This is achieved by establishing strong relationships with these client groups while meeting the needs and interest of all stakeholders.

The Strategy & Corporate Development Manager (internal title: Corporate Development Manager) will operate as part of various teams through working groups and steering committees on a variety of efforts. At times the Manager will be required to operate independently and to undertake any / all such work to 'get the job done'. This role will be required to build strong partnerships with business leaders and colleagues by providing exceptional management consulting and business strategy support.

This role will reside in the Finance & Corporate Services department, specifically on the Corporate Development team reporting to the Director, Corporate Development. The focus and nature of the individual's work will vary over time, reflecting Fidelity Canada's business strategy, priorities, and challenges. The role may also work with the Fidelity Business Consulting team at FIL for wider Fidelity International imperatives.

What You Will Do

• Business Consulting - Provide high quality business consulting services and advice to senior-level stakeholders in region, to support achievement of Fidelity's strategic objectives.

• Strategy Consulting - Contribute to and as required lead exercises to assess, develop, and execute winning strategies for businesses across Fidelity Canada.

• Corporate Development - Support Fidelity Canada in the sourcing, qualification, diligence, and execution of corporate development actions (e.g., mergers, acquisitions, divestments, joint ventures, partnerships) within Canada.

• Competitor & Market Research - Generating insight from trends, disruptions, innovations, and challenges that may impact our industry, markets, clients, and business propositions, and using knowledge of Fidelity and of our corporate ecosystem to determine the likely impact and response

• Stakeholder Presentations and Discussions - Design, contribute to, and, as necessary, lead presentations, report out on progress, and guide discussions with working teams, Steering Committees, and Fidelity Canada's executive team

Expertise You Will Bring

• Demonstrable core strategy consulting skills; skilled problem-solver

• Experience with business strategy and innovation frameworks used in advising businesses seeking to implement new strategies

• Strong stakeholder management skills: confidence and ability to engage with and suitably challenge senior managers

• Demonstrate good project management skills

• Ability to influence without authority

• Independent, curious, Risk Taker. Can thrive in fast-paced environment where business conditions and projects have tight deadlines and can continually change

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Applications, especially Excel and PowerPoint

• High level of financial acumen

• Ability to build relationships across a variety of business functions and levels; demonstrable experience of navigating large, multi-disciplinary organizations

• Demonstrated individual and team leadership capabilities

What We're Looking For

• 4+ years experience working in a strategy consulting, corporate development, finance, or strategy & planning department

• Completion of University degree (concentration in Commerce, Economics, Accounting or related areas) or equivalent experience

• Financial Services industry experience is preferred, with a strong foundational understanding of the global asset and wealth management sector, including retail and workplace investing, competitive landscape, products / proposition, client segments and regulatory environment

• Additional formal business education, training, designations (e.g. MBA/CPA/CA/CMA/CGA) would be an asset

Total Rewards That Reflect Your Impact

We believe exceptional work deserves exceptional recognition. That's why we offer a competitive compensation package designed to support your success today-and your financial well-being tomorrow.

For this role, your total rewards include:

• Base Salary and discretionary Performance Bonus: A competitive annual range of $105,000 to $129,000, based on your experience and qualifications.
  RRSP Contribution: After 6 months of employment, we invest in your future with an RRSP contribution-no employee matching required.

We're proud to offer a compensation package that aligns with provincial pay transparency requirements.

This posting represents an existing vacancy within our organization-an opportunity to step into a role where your talents will make a meaningful difference.

We use AI-enabled LinkedIn Hiring Assistant to support parts of our sourcing process. Every hiring decision is reviewed and finalized by our recruiters. If you choose to ask questions to the LinkedIn HR Hiring Assistant, please be mindful that the responses are not official and must be confirmed for accuracy and completeness by Fidelity. If you are selected for an interview, the recruiter who contacts you can best answer your questions.

Some of the ways we will help you feel valued and supported as part of our team:

• Flexible working arrangements.

• Competitive total compensation, including company contributions to your group RRSP without a matching requirement from you.

• Comprehensive health benefits that start on your first day, with 100% employer-paid premiums, which include up to $6,000 annually for mental health services and therapy.

• Parental leave top-up to 100% of your salary for a period of 25 weeks.

• Up to $650 for home office equipment.

• Generous time off policy, including two paid days annually to volunteer at a charity of your choice.

• Diversity and inclusion programs, including an active network of Employee Resource Groups.

• Extensive professional development opportunities, including access to over 11,000 training and development courses, tuition reimbursement, and monetary rewards for completing a required designation.

Fidelity Canada is an equal opportunity employer

Fidelity Canada is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, family status, protected veterans' status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally-protected ground.

Accommodation during the application process

Fidelity Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require an accommodation, please email us at FidelityCanadaStaffing@fidelity.ca.

No telephone inquiries or agencies please. We thank all applicants for their interest, please be advised that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Why Work at Fidelity?

We are proud to be recipients of the following:

Awards

Canada's Top 100 Employers
o Greater Toronto's Top Employers
o Canada's Top Family-Friendly Employers
o Canada's Top Employers for Young People
Great Place To Work Certified
o Best Workplaces for Inclusion
o Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness
o Best Workplaces for Today's Youth
o Best Workplaces for Women
o Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance
o Best Workplaces in Ontario
o Best Workplaces with Most Trusted Executive Teams

LinkedIn Top Companies in Canada
Human Resource Director (HRD) - Best Place To Work
o HRD - 5-Star Benefit Program
o HRD - 5-Star Diversity & Inclusion Employer

Designations
Canadian Compassionate Companies - Certified
Benefits Canada's Workplace Benefits Award - Future of Work Strategy
TalentEgg National Recruitment Excellence Award - Special Award for Diversity & Inclusion in Recruiting
Canadian HR Reporter's Most Innovative HR Team