Risk Director SOC 1 Audit Engagements

SOC 1 Audit Director

Fidelity Fund Investment Operations (FFIO) Risk is seeking a strategic and experienced risk leader to direct and continually enhance our SOC 1 audit engagement program. This director-level role will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end execution of three SOC 1 audit reports, overseeing change management routines that ensure the reports align with FFIO's growth initiatives and needs of the report users, and building and maintaining strong relationships with internal business partners and external auditors. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in audit and control frameworks, a strong understanding of SOC 1 requirements, and the ability to translate business strategy into effective risk and control practices.

This role supports FFIO. FFIO groups include Fund Operations, Fund Administration, Global Middle Office, Global Product Solutions, Consolidated Data Services, and Performance, Analytics & Digital Operations. The role works closely with other risk associates across FFIO Risk and other risk groups, the Asset Management Treasurer's Office, and external audit teams.

Key Responsibilities

• SOC 1 Audit Leadership : Direct the planning, execution, and delivery of SOC 1 audits, including coordination with external auditors and internal stakeholders.
• Control Environment Management : Oversee the design and effectiveness of key controls across FFIO's operations. Identify and remediate control gaps.
• Strategic Risk Alignment : Partner with business leaders to assess how FFIO's growth initiatives impact SOC 1 control requirements and readiness.
• Stakeholder Engagement : Build strong relationships with business units, technology teams, compliance, and external auditors to support audit execution and issue resolution.
• Process Improvement : Enhance audit readiness, control documentation, and evidence gathering processes. Promote a culture of control ownership and risk awareness.
• Reporting & Governance : Provide regular updates to senior leadership on audit status, risks, and mitigation plans. Support governance and regulatory reporting as needed.

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Company Culture

At Fidelity, we reward ambitious, passionate individuals with a work environment that fosters diversity, teamwork and collaboration as well as encourages innovative ideas and fresh thinking. We recognize the value that employees' individual differences can contribute to the bright and strong future of our company.