VP, Strategic Planning & Initiatives, Client Engagement Group

This VP level role reporting into Head of CEG will drive the Strategy to Execution Engine for Client Engagement Group by  translating strategic priorities into actionable plans, align teams around shared objectives, and drive execution of the organization’s most critical initiatives to achieve long-term growth and impact.

Key Responsibilities:

We’re looking for a VP, Strategic Planning & Initiatives to report to the Head of CEG and partner closely with senior leaders across the organization to shape strategy, drive alignment, and ensure execution of our highest priorities.

This role sits at the center of CEG — connecting teams, translating strategy into action, and helping leaders operate as a highly aligned, high-performing group. This executive role partners with senior leadership to identify growth opportunities, improve organizational performance and drive strategic programs that align with Fidelity Philanthropic Services’ mission and long-term objectives.

Driving Functional Strategy

• Lead development of CEG’s strategic planning process and long-range business planning.

• Translate enterprise priorities into clear, actionable plans that support growth, innovation and operational excellence.

• Partner with competitive insights team to conduct market analysis, competitive assessment and evaluation of overall performance.

• Continuously refine strategy based on business and client insights.

Strategic Initiatives Management

• Oversee high-priority initiatives and cross-functional projects.

• Establish governance structures, timelines and accountability measures.

• Drive organizational change management and fundraising improvement initiatives.

Enable Alignment Across Leaders

• Partner with senior leaders across CEG to align priorities and drive enterprise outcomes.

• Connect work across teams, help remove silos and collaborate with department leaders to prioritize and execute business objectives.

• Support decision-making with clear framing, data, and trade-offs.

Lead operating rhythm

• Lead CEG’s operating cadence (business reviews, leadership forums, offsites).

• Establish metrics and track progress against key priorities.

• Ensure follow-through and accountability on critical initiatives.

Accelerate Execution

• Turn strategy into sequenced, executable plans.

• Lead cross-functional initiatives and manage dependencies.

• Identify risks early and help accelerate decisions.

• Present strategic recommendations to senior leadership.

Shape the Narrative

• Develop clear, consistent messaging on priorities and progress.

• Prepare leadership for strategic recommendations and overall executive engagement.

• Align CEG leadership messaging with FPS SLT and department heads.

The  Expertise You Bring:

• 10–12 plus years of experience in strategy, consulting, or business management.

• Proven ability to translate strategy into execution and measurable results.

• Experience working with senior leaders in complex, matrixed organizations.

• Strong analytical thinking and structured problem-solving skills.

• Ability to influence without authority and drive alignment across teams.

• Excellent communication and executive presence.

• Comfort operating in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.

• Think enterprise-first, not just functionally.

• Bring clarity to complexity and help leaders make better decisions.

• Balance speed with rigor and move forward.

How Your Work Impacts the Organization:

The Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund ('Fidelity Philanthropic Services') is a public charity that sponsors the largest national donor-advised fund program. Since 1991, Fidelity Philanthropic Services has introduced tens of thousands of donors to the benefits — and increased charitable impact — of using a donor-advised fund to meet their philanthropic goals. This nonprofit division of Fidelity Investments helps individuals and families make tax-efficient charitable donations and distribute those funds to charities over time.  Fidelity Philanthropic Services is governed by an independent Board of Trustees, which has hired Fidelity Investments as the service provider to the charity. Fidelity Investments provides all of the charitable organization’s employees and supports all of its functions: Program Development, Marketing, Service Delivery, Relationship Management, Legal, Investments, Finance, Technology, Risk and Compliance, and Fundraising.

Placement in the range will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate’s relevant experience, and other factors.

Base salary is only part of the total compensation package. Depending on the position and eligibility requirements, the offer package may also include bonus or other variable compensation.   

We offer a wide range of benefits to meet your evolving needs and help you live your best life at work and at home.  These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage and emotional well-being support, market-leading retirement, generous paid time off and parental leave, charitable giving employee match program, and educational assistance including student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and learning resources to develop your career.  Note, the application window closes when the position is filled or unposted.

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.