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Active Trader Service- Greater Chicago, IL Area (REMOTE)

Fidelity Investments · Chicago, IL · $48,000–$91,000 a year · Full time

Posted Sep 15, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a time you handled a highly knowledgeable client who tested what you knew.

What they are checking: Whether they stay credible and honest when they do not know something.

How do you keep up with markets, products and platform features?

What they are checking: Whether they invest in staying current, which active traders expect.

Which licenses do you hold, and have you worked toward the Series 4?

What they are checking: Whether they meet the required Series 7 and 63 and have options knowledge behind the Series 4.

What would you do

An active trader calls angry that their order was routed and filled at a worse price than expected. How do you respond?

What they are checking: Whether they can explain execution and routing to a sophisticated client without getting defensive.

A client asks you whether they should buy a stock that is moving fast today. What do you say?

What they are checking: Whether they know how to educate without giving a recommendation they are not allowed to make.

The market opens with a big gap and your queue is full. How do you manage it?

What they are checking: Whether they stay accurate and efficient under high call volume.

About the work

Walk me through how options spreads like a vertical or an iron condor work.

What they are checking: Whether they know complex products well enough to serve Fidelity's most active traders.

How would you explain the pattern day trader rule to a client who just got flagged?

What they are checking: Whether they know trading regulations and can explain them clearly.

What does an early assignment on a short option mean for a client, and how would you walk them through it?

What they are checking: Whether they understand options risk well enough to guide clients in stressful moments.

How do you explain margin requirements on a short position?

What they are checking: Whether they understand margin risk for advanced strategies.

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The full job description

As published by Fidelity Investments.

Job Description: NOTE: Fidelity will not provide immigration sponsorship for this position To be eligible for consideration of this role, your primary residence must be located within a 90 mile radius at the time of application from the approved branch sites: Chicago North, Chicago Gold Coast, Highland Park, Naperville, Oak Brook, Orland Park & Schaumburg. The Role As a member of Fidelity's Active Trader Services team, you will support some of Fidelity's most active and sophisticated traders by guiding them through market activity, securities transactions, and trading-related questions. You will build trusted relationships through inbound client interactions, providing education and support that help clients make informed investment decisions. Success in this role requires a strong understanding of financial markets, trading products, and industry regulations, along with the ability to simplify complex concepts and deliver an exceptional client experience. You will also identify opportunities to connect clients with trading tools, resources, and solutions that align with their investing needs. The Expertise and Skills You Bring • Series 7 license required . • Series 63 license required . • Series 4 license preferred. • Experience in financial services, brokerage operations, trading support, client services, or a related field . • Knowledge of financial markets, investment products, securities trading, and industry regulations. • Experience supporting trading activities involving equities, options, mutual funds, fixed income securities, margin, and other investment products. • Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex trading and investment concepts in a clear and client-friendly manner. • Demonstrated ability to identify client needs, deliver personalized solutions, and build long-term relationships. • Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. The Team As part of Fidelity's Client Services Brokerage organization, we serve as a trusted connection between our clients and a broad range of investment products, services, and financial solutions. We help investors navigate the markets by providing trading support, education, and guidance that build confidence and strengthen relationships. Our team partners closely with clients and internal business groups to deliver exceptional experiences and help investors achieve their financial goals through changing market conditions. Fidelity’s Onsite Working Model Fidelity is transitioning to a full-time onsite working model through a phased rollout across regions and roles. Currently, some roles and locations require 100% onsite presence, while others require less. Onsite expectations are likely to evolve as the rollout continues. This transition does not apply to fully remote roles. The base salary range for this position is $48,000-91,000 USD per year. 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. Certifications: Series 04 - FINRA, Series 07 - FINRA, Series 63 - FINRA Category: Customer Service

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