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How to get a job at Fidelity Investments India: Winning interview tips from a Fidelity recruiter

A great interview with Fidelity Investments India could set you on the path to a meaningful and rewarding career. Here’s how to bring your A game.
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Interviews can be stressful. You’ve got to make a good impression, showcase your skills, and explain your work experience in a relatively short amount of time. As a job seeker, the interview and recruiting process can feel mysterious.

That’s why we’re pulling back the curtain to give you a behind-the-scenes look at Fidelity Investments India’s interviewing and hiring process. Get insider tips from Leela, Senior Manager in Talent Acquisition.

Key takeaways

  • Interviews give you a chance to expand upon your CV with stories and show you’ve got what it takes to do the job
  • Fidelity Investments India’s interviews can vary by department and role
  • Fidelity Investments India debriefs all candidates on what to expect
  • Best practices for Fidelity Investments India interviews
  • If you’re new to the post-college job market, focus on transferrable skills like analytical acumen
  • If you’re pivoting careers, connect the dots between your experience and your goals in your career summary
  • Once you get hired at Fidelity Investments India, you can use our free Career Center to advance

Why interviews make up an essential part of Fidelity Investments India’s recruitment process and how they can help you get a job

A job interview is an opportunity for you to showcase your skills and experience to a potential employer. It is also a first impression—very important for consideration

The interview is your chance to humanize your CV, showcase your passion for the job, provide examples of your experience, and illustrate your interpersonal skills. ‘A job interview is an opportunity for you to showcase your skills and experience to a potential employer. It is also a first impression—very important for consideration’ said Leela.

Think of your Fidelity Investments India interview as your chance to get to know us better, just as we’re getting to know you. It should be a two-way dialogue in which we each ask and answer questions. You can get a feel for the hiring manager and team as well as other people you might work with if you’re hired.

It’s also a good opportunity for the hiring team to understand your body language and the way you carry yourself. If you’re applying for a customer service position, for example, we want to be sure you’re both confident and warm.

Where interviews fit into Fidelity Investments India’s typical recruitment process

Interviews play a large role in Fidelity Investments India’s recruiting and hiring process. ‘As a customer-obsessed organization, we strive to deliver best-in-class candidate experience by ensuring applicants feel comfortable, informed, and well-supported throughout the hiring process’ said Leela. ‘Our recruiters, schedulers, and hiring teams are highly trained, demonstrating our commitment to delivering an exceptional hiring experience.’

Every recruiting business group is searching for applicants with specific skill sets and experience, and every role is different. In the end, every recruiter and hiring team has the same goals: to give candidates a good experience and hire the most qualified person for the job.

Here’s how Fidelity Investments India’s recruitment interview process typically works:

After you’ve applied and a recruiter has reviewed your CV against the job description, they reach out to you for a screening call. This isn’t an interview but rather a conversation to see whether the role, requirements, and salary range are in line with your expectations. You’ll have a chance to ask questions about the role and get insight into the hiring process for this position. The recruiter will let you know which type of interview(s) you’ll have and schedule them at the best time(s) for you.

At Fidelity Investments India, we work hard to create a fair interview process for everyone, so all candidates are evaluated on the same criteria. ‘The hiring manager will determine the key competencies necessary for the job and ensure that all interview questions assess how candidates have demonstrated those skills in their past experiences,’ said Leela.

Fidelity Investments India conducts interviews virtually and/or in person. Leela emphasizes the importance of maintaining a professional demeanor during virtual meetings. A quiet and neutral setting is recommended; everyone should be seated and free from distracting environments. Professional attire is also encouraged, appropriate for the role and the nature of the meeting.

‘Being timely for an in-person interview will make you at ease,’ mentions Lakshmi V., Director of Talent Acquisition. .

Depending on the role, you might have several interviews. These could be with a hiring manager, a hiring team, or a panel with diverse members, so you can get a full picture of the role, expectations, and requirements.

After your interview(s), you’ll hear from the recruiter about next steps. They might give you feedback on anything that needs to be addressed in the next round or coaching for the future.

Feedback goes both ways. Just as we provide you with feedback, we want to hear how the process went for you. ‘Candidate feedback is highly valued, and we continuously strive to improve our hiring experience,’ said Leela.

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We focus on key competencies and design interview questions to understand how candidates have demonstrated these skills through their past experiences

How entry-level job interviews differ from higher-level job interviews at Fidelity Investments India

At Fidelity Investments India, we aim to meet you where you are in life, whether that’s with the interview process or through employee benefits.

We know that if you’re a student or new graduate, you might not have a robust work history. Our recruiters want to see what skills you’ve built on campus, what leadership roles you’ve taken on, which clubs you’ve joined that could be relevant to or help you contribute to Fidelity Investments India, and whether you’ve had any prior internships.

For higher-level roles, such as director and above, our team will brief you on the expectations for the job and explain that the interview process will be more in-depth, with an emphasis on behavioral interviewing (using past behaviors to show how you’ll perform in the future). That higher-level role comes with higher expectations. ‘We recognize that seasoned professionals are likely to navigate the interview process with distinct approaches, compared to less experienced candidates who may be encountering their first formal interview,’ said Leela.

How to interview at Fidelity Investments India if you’re pivoting careers and entering financial services for the first time

Maybe you’re burnt out from your current career and need a change. We want diverse applicants from all industries, such as healthcare, education, and social services, with or without financial experience. Simply connect the dots on your CV’s career summary between where you’ve been and where you want to go.

Focus on transferrable skills from your prior roles (problem solving, communication, etc.) and how they align with finance. Research basic financial concepts and find out about Fidelity Investments. Be upfront about your limited finance experience and eager to learn. Demonstrate examples of your analytical and problem-solving skills.

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Best practices to prepare for a job interview at Fidelity Investments India

Before you can get an interview, you’ve got to get your foot in the door. The best way to do that is with a CV tailored to the role.

‘Your resume and career summary should clearly articulate your motivations for applying for a specific role. Within a concise summary (four sentences or less), you should highlight your key skills, experience, and career goals, emphasizing how your unique qualifications contribute to the company’s success,’ said Leela.

Think of your recruiter as your handy Fidelity Investments India sidekick. They’re there to answer questions and alleviate concerns. They are your liaison with the hiring manager and team. If a conflict or issue arises, reach out to them ASAP.

They’re also there to help you get essential information and feel empowered. ‘Open communication is key. You can proactively discuss any questions or concerns with your recruiter, such as unclear requirements, uncertainties about the process, or any worries you may have,’ said Leela.

‘Employers value candidates who have taken time to learn about the organization and the role. It’s important to show that you’ve thoroughly researched to make a positive impression,’ said Leela. Tap into as many data sources as you can, such as Fidelity Investments India’s website, social media channels, or current and former employees.

Network. Learn about the hiring team on LinkedIn. Reach out to friends, family, former colleagues, or current or former Fidelity Investments India associates. Ask for information about the company, department, and role. You want to reach out to people who can help you make your case for the position. ‘Your dedication in going the extra mile is what makes you stand out,’ said Leela.

If you know someone at Fidelity Investments India or on the hiring team, don’t get lured into a false sense of comfort. Stay on point and maintain your professionalism. Knowing someone isn’t a guarantee you’ll get the position, because many factors go into the hiring process, which is why you should put forth your best effort.

‘Thorough preparation in crafting compelling stories and examples showcases your abilities,’ said Leela. Storytelling shows how your past behavior could show up in the future. Your examples serve as proof that you have the skills and experience needed for the role. Explain how you handled the situation and what you learned from what did and didn’t go well.

Sell yourself. Show the value you bring and your passion for the role. Close strong by reiterating your skill set and experience. Show and tell the hiring team why you’re right for the job.

Your dedication in going the extra mile is what makes you stand out

A job offer is just the beginning of your career path at Fidelity Investments India

Once you get hired at Fidelity Investments India, your career development has only begun. We have a Career Center where associates can get hands-on training, along with coaching on CV writing, interviewing tips, and more. Associates can shadow others in roles they’re interested in to see whether that career path makes sense for them. At Fidelity Investments India, you can reimagine and reinvigorate your career, and we’ll help you do it.

You found your interview mojo, and now it’s time to find your Fidelity Investments India

When you work at Fidelity Investments India, you have the chance to transform your life for the better, with incredible benefits, an exciting and inclusive culture, and a meaningful career. Sign up for job alerts or apply today.

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