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Credit Risk Analyst

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$67K - $127K/yr

The Team The Credit Risk Vendor Management Team sits within the Fidelity Legal, Risk and Compliance organization and is part of the Credit and Counterparty Center of Excellence. The team is ...

Credit Risk Analyst

Smithfield, RI · On-site

$67K - $127K/yr

The Team The Credit Risk Vendor Management Team sits within the Fidelity Legal, Risk and Compliance organization and is part of the Credit and Counterparty Center of Excellence. The team is ...

Credit Risk Analyst

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$67K - $127K/yr

The Team The Credit Risk Vendor Management Team sits within the Fidelity Legal, Risk and Compliance organization and is part of the Credit and Counterparty Center of Excellence. The team is ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for fidelity legal in the United States is $55,419.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,000.00 and $62,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Fidelity Legal typically refers to the legal department or legal services provided within Fidelity Investments, a major financial services company. This team is responsible for advising the company on legal matters, ensuring compliance with regulations, managing contracts, and handling litigation or disputes. Professionals in Fidelity Legal work closely with business units to mitigate risks and support the company's operations. Their work is crucial to maintaining the integrity and legality of Fidelity’s products and services.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Fidelity Legal professional, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Fidelity Legal professional, you need a solid understanding of legal principles, contract law, and regulatory compliance, typically supported by a law degree and relevant licensure. Familiarity with legal research tools, document management systems, and compliance software is often required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help distinguish top performers in this field. These skills are crucial for ensuring legal accuracy, mitigating risks, and supporting organizational compliance in complex legal environments.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in a Fidelity Legal role, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Fidelity Legal roles often encounter challenges such as staying updated with evolving regulations, managing complex legal documentation, and balancing the needs of clients with compliance requirements. Navigating these challenges typically requires strong attention to detail, effective communication with cross-functional teams, and ongoing professional development. Many find it helpful to participate in regular legal training, collaborate closely with colleagues in compliance and risk management, and utilize legal technology tools to streamline workflow.
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Infographic showing various Fidelity Legal job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 98% Full Time, and 1% Part Time. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,419 per year, or $26.6 per hour.

Lead Analyst, Financial Crimes Digital Asset Surveillance

Fidelity Investments

Merrimack, NH • On-site

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago


Fidelity Investments rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 264 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

14th of 138 rated financial services


Job description

Job Description:Lead Analyst, Financial Crimes Digital Asset Surveillance

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

The Role
Providing leadership and guidance to other surveillance personnel is paramount in this role. In addition, the role also requires candidates to build positive relationships with business partners in the following groups: Fidelity Digital Assets (FDA), Fidelity Personal Investments (FPI), Workplace Participant Services (WPS), National Financial (NF), IWS (Fidelity Institutional Wealth Services), Fidelity Family Office Services (FFOS), FMR Legal, Financial Crimes Compliance Program Office, Investigations, Credit/Market Risk, and others.

The Expertise and Skills You Bring
  • College degree or 4 years of experience in the financial services industry.

  • 2 years of risk related experience.

  • Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to influence others and effect change.

  • Knowledge of digital assets, understanding how wallets work and being able to interpret blockchain transactions.

  • Experience with vendor tools Elliptic and Chainalysis.

  • ACAMS or other certifications.

  • Proven success with project management.

  • Adaptable to an evolving industry.

  • Excellent written and presentation skills.

  • Ability to handle several tasks in a fast-paced environment.

  • Knowledge of Fidelity systems including Green Meadow, FocusPoint, FBSI, XTRAC, CACTUS, FDOT, Salesforce etc.

  • Understanding of financial transactions, trading markets and operations.

  • FINRA Series 7.

  • Knowledge and/or prior experience with IWS, NF, FFOS, PI is a plus.

  • Previous AML or compliance background.

  • Proactively identify areas of high-risk exposure and develop efficient and effective solutions to minimize those risks.

  • Exercise good judgment and demonstrate outstanding decision making skills to prevent or mitigate risk.

  • Passion for collaboration, and building strong working partnerships.

  • Ability to balance customer service with sound business judgment.

  • Strong time management, prioritization, and organizational skills.

  • Proficient PC skills [Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, etc.].

  • Understand corporate entity structures and offshore accounts.

  • Conduct and coordinate ad-hoc research requests.

  • Presenting findings to all levels of management.

The Team

The Financial Crimes Digital Asset Surveillance group within Fidelity Legal Risk and Compliance plays a vital role in helping the firm meet its overall AML obligations through the Bank Secrecy Act. There are thousands of transactions that occur every day across all of Fidelity's business units. The Financial Crimes Surveillance team analyzes these transactions using internal and vendor applications in an effort to detect, stop, and call out suspicious activity. We also review high risk customers and entities based on the Customer Due Diligence (CDD) rule from Fincen (Financial Crimes Enforcement Network).

Certifications:Category:Compliance

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.


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