North Carolina and other locations still follow a hybrid schedule, but in New Hampshire, we are required to work fully onsite. Could this be considered discriminatory? Uffffff

Longtime reader, first-time poster here. I’m a software engineering manager who previously spent some time at Fidelity in PI before COVID. Overall, I had a pretty positive experience and have been considering returning. I know the general sentiment... — read more 

Seems like there are still a lot of people with exceptions. Seems to be a lot of VPs and SVPs and even some back office people who are not client facing. If they are going to crack down on most of the workforce, why are these people so special. They... — read more 

Still no renewals.. what’s happening this quarter !!!!

Revenue grew Yoy 21% to 7.8 billion. Discretionary assets grew Yoy to $7.9 Trillion, up 1.1T. “These achievements reflect the confidence our customers and clients place in us.” Tell me again how RTO increases productivity? This growth was... — read more 

The last time I was in the same state as a teammate of mine was in March 2020. I go into office, no one talks to me and I talk to no one, then I badge out. Depressing.

Is it legal for a company of this size to refuse to disclose employee expectations? They say, “Talk to your manager for details about RTO regarding flexibility” and the managers say, “Sorry, we’re not permitted to grant exceptions.” They are... — read more 

Blowout quarter from Fidelity shares (1.73 wow!) I am sure management will spin this as a "RTO" win. Just one more quarter for vesting and I am outta here!

I recently returned to work after taking FMLA leave. Within my first week back, my manager began closely scrutinizing my schedule, availability, and office presence. He asked me to specify my working hours, identify my usual desk location, and... — read more 

I wish there was some way we could post memes to describe our situation. A picture is worth 1000 words.

It was a marketing all-hands on-site event in Smithfield, RI. Vadim sat on stage for a moderated event where he praised marketing for their output and productivity, and highlighted the revenue and success of the organization. Then he left the room... — read more 

What’s the r/ship or the chance getting promoted after ep ?

Hi all, it’s been a while since Fidelity paused visa sponsorships and hiring. Many contractors’ current contracts are due to end in about a month, but we haven’t received any updates. Does anyone know what’s happening? I’ve been working as a... — read more 

So they think pulling this long roll out, staggering it over another year is going to quell the anger and frustration? They must be gluttons for punishment. I think the blowback has been pretty resoundingly negative. I guess we’re all stymied by... — read more 

Any chance??? I have 2 years until I qualify for retirement but not sure i can make it.... please tell me some good news

Real live A0 here...... LOL!!!! ROFLMAO!!!! Why on EARTH would I take the VBO??? I make SIX FIGURES. Paid off the house in 1994 and bought another one - Can you say rental and free cash flow?. I am COMFORTABLE.... My network and colleagues look out... — read more 

I am getting all kinds of kudos points from the management team and my boss. They have to deal with everyone crying about RTO, while I just say that I am in love with being uber-productive at work in the office. I am capitalizing on a self-own by... — read more 

For contributions like profit sharing, is there a vesting period, or is that money yours once it hits? I know for employee matching there is a vesting schedule, but unsure about profit sharing.

They want a larger reduction in US based head counts. This is all about going global and call centers outsourced and for the average customer dealing with Mumbai or Philippines or Brazil regarding their 401k High net worth might get a US based... — read more 

For those who were unable to attend this morning's meeting: HR acknowledged a significant decline in employee sentiment: overall NPS dropped 17 points, promoters declined 10 points, and employees’ ability to work in a way that meets their personal... — read more 

I wonder what the bonus % and holiday party will be like this year…

What BS do you think she is going to shovel our way tomorrow morning about the Pulse survey results/ RTO feedback? Please make it fun, I am slowly dying at work anyway. 🫪😫

If the terms of a buyout are very lucrative, people will dig in their heels and wait for it.

mngr has not scheduled any meeting yet for eoy performance review. any reason y its taking long this yr?

Is it just anti American to unionize or the retaliation from employer towards those who organize is the fear? I am new to this job but I want to understand why with so much dissatisfied/ disgruntled employees posting multiple times a week about how... — read more 

By any chance, has anyone noticed any announcements recently about new programs being offered to Fidelity employees starting in 2027? IN PARTICULAR, insurance products from Farmers Insurance?

Title - Haven't heard anyone in my org get this news, most performance reviews were given out already just hearing SPs and EPs. Few folks were only staying for 4 hours a day with no issues

There has been large-scale cultural change in the workplace the last 15 years. It’s not limited to Fidelity. Assuming this is a Fidelity-specific problem and punishing Fidelity’s workers to try to get them to revert to an office culture that no... — read more 

Been here 5+ years, stuck with a toxic boss/team for a good chunk of those years. Been trying to leave for the last 2 years with no luck. (And my job search started even before RTO btw, I'd imagine more people here are looking elsewhere now.) I used... — read more 

Really felt like I hit the jackpot after graduating and I worked hard building my skills and contributing. It felt like “they take care of me, so I will do my best to make that worth it” Was an EP for several years. 9 years later and I don’t... — read more 

Folks in less expensive offices (e.g. NC, Texas...), do you find Fidelity pays the best, locally? I'm a L7 at NC, 35% Bonus + 17% 401k + Shares amounts to whooping 87% of my base pay, which makes it hard for me to leave for other local... — read more 

I know a few in WI that didn't get renewed due to budget restrictions. The sad part is they're American and the ones being extended are on work Visa. Can you guess the nationality?

Why is everything so secretive

The article id or link doesn't work anymore. Did someone read it or take a screenshot?

On the central website go to ....com/article/FA_12085

An article is now available on Fid Central about RTO updates for Ireland and NJ. Anyone know what the plan will be for Smithfield RI?

Just a heads up, a bunch of people in my department who are tenured and have been here a while are required to dr-g test again. Notification emails come in and you are required to test within 3 business days. Seems as another way to find cause to... — read more 

…for illness. Lots of coughing in the office. Used to be able to WFH due to illness. What’s the current guidance on this? Will I get pinged if I WFH because I’m coughing a lot, yet still able to work?

The higher salary doesn't seem as important to me as it used to. I'd rather have the ability to work remotely, arrange my day with some flexibility, and not feel that my job owns every waking hour. I know that could mean earning less, but I'm... — read more 

I have a question. I recalled an event that occurred back when I was in Fidelity, a couple of months before I got laid off. I feel like I was being PIPed, but wasn’t sure if I was PIPed. I wanted to ask what a PIP is really like at Fidelity, whether... — read more