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Event Marketing Coordinator

Please note:

• Current work authorization for Canada is required for all openings.
• This is a regular, full-time role.
• You will be working on a 100% remote schedule as part of Fidelity's dynamic working arrangement.

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.

Role Overview:

Reporting to the Manager, Event Marketing, you will be responsible for providing assistance in the successful planning and execution of event initiatives in support of Fidelity Canada's businesses.

What You Will Do:

• Assist in managing requests that come through the IP Access program
• Support the Event Managers in the planning and coordination of programs and event initiatives, contributing to the successful delivery of high-profile events and programs.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to ensure needs are met and executed in a timely manner.
• Liaise with Fidelity speaker resources and Investment Staff to coordinate schedules and accurately capture key data points and client attendance for speaker resources and broker initiatives.
• Own both pre-event and post-event administration, including reconciling registration lists and event budgeting.

What We're Looking For:

• 2+ years of administrative/event experience in a corporate environment required, preferably within the financial services industry
• Post-secondary education (3-year program minimum) completed or equivalent work experience

The Expertise you Bring:

• Exceptional organization, project management, and planning skills.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills with particularly strong verbal and written communication.
• Strong collaboration skills with an ability to successfully meet deadlines while maintaining positive working relationships in a team-based environment.
• Strong knowledge of MS Suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

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:Total annual cash compensation (base salary pus target bonus) ranges from$73,000to$90,000, 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 - hybrid, and in office options.

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 $5000 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.

We care a lot about fostering a compassionate, people-centric culture, and are proud to have been named one of Canada's Top 100 employers for the last five years.

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