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Out of college, a Leap into the workplace

Leap is Fidelity’s iconic career program for budding technologists.

 By Srinivas Andhavarapu and Prem Paul Ninan

When Pallavi Chandrasekar stepped out of college, she was not sure what awaited her as she took the first steps into corporate life. Excited, and just a little anxious, she was eager to see her code work in a business environment.

The company was Fidelity Investments, a leading financial services provider headquartered in the US, and Pallavi had been hired in India through Leap, a program that first trains young software engineers and then launches them seamlessly into work life by exposing them to live projects six months later. Leap is a global training and development program at Fidelity, and is designed to give young graduates the leg up they need to join the corporate world and become sound IT professionals. It begins with a rich and comprehensive onboarding process, and aims to provide the graduates a soft landing into corporate life from the campus.

“It felt like an effortless transition from college to work,” Pallavi, who is from the 2017 cohort, says. “We were eased into the corporate environment, learning about various aspects of the organization and the work, at our own pace, rather than being thrown into work headfirst to figure out everything for ourselves. We also had more than enough resources and people to reach out to when we needed.”

The Leap program offers a carefully crafted technology curriculum keeping in mind the industry trends and needs of our business. The program has three main tracks—Software Engineering, Data Engineering and Systems Engineering.

Students are trained and exposed to some of the latest technologies and tools, and are provided several opportunities to apply their technical skills to live projects sponsored by business teams.

Apart from technical skills, students also receive training in professional and soft skills, and sharpen them through meaningful interactions with senior leaders.

Participants in the program are given an in-depth exposure to the business, and are provided several opportunities to showcase their creative thinking and innovative solutions to address business problems with the help of mentors in their area of interest. They also have several opportunities to collaborate with and learn from their counterparts in Fidelity’s other global regions, through platforms such as hackathons, innovation challenges and workshops.

Understanding and imbibing the culture of the firm is a pivotal component of the Leap program. The program offers several platforms for the participants to network, socialize and integrate seamlessly into the firm. Leap associates often become lifelong friends, having started this exciting and fun professional journey together. “Our bond is for life,” says Preetha R., of the 2015 cohort.

On completion of the program, the graduates are placed in full-time roles within Fidelity’s technology organization.

In 2017, the Leap program received an award from the Association of Talent Development (ATD), for its outstanding on-boarding process for entry-level talent for technologists.

‘Leapsters’, as they are called, say it best in their own words:

“As a speaker at the Grace Hopper Celebration of Women in Computing — India 2017, representing Fidelity, I received support and encouragement from the senior leadership across Fidelity. Sunil Kunte, President, Fidelity India, attended my session along with other senior leaders, which was very encouraging.” — Surabhi Sharma, 2016 Cohort

“The Leap community is alive and thriving. A lot of us live together and spend time together on weekends. Celebrations and daily banter in the cafeteria are givens. The loudest and happiest cafeteria tables are Leap tables.” — Hanan Mustafa, 2016 Cohort

“Following my internship at Fidelity, I had the feeling of having been part of something bigger. Once back in college, I had a better understanding of how everything I was learning and doing would help me prepare for my role in the industry. And at the back of my mind, there was an unconscious longing to be back at my desk, learning something new every day, experimenting without hesitation and exploring a world that was so different from anything I had seen before.” — Madhunika Sivasankar, 2016 Cohort

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What happens when women Teknovate?

Women technologists of Fidelity India organize a tech fest. 

By Prem Paul Ninan, Manager — Corporate Communications, Fidelity India 

All year, members of the Women in Technology Special Interest Group (WITSIG) in Fidelity India live and breathe technology. But recently, in their bid to constantly push the envelope, the group decided to host an event to showcase all of this immense talent and potential. 

They named the event ‘Teknovate’, and built it on three pillars — technology, knowledge, and innovation. Their goal was to create a mini-technology fest by Fidelity women for all, and provide a fun venue for women technologists in India to create, collaborate, and celebrate. Festival organizers embraced Agile principles to pull off this day–long event in record time across all three of Fidelity India’s sites in Bangalore and Chennai. 

The event was packed with workshops, tech talks, and demo showcases across sites. In true Agile fashion, several smaller teams coordinated the myriad elements that went into organizing the fest. Submissions were screened, topics and presenters were discussed and decided, and branding efforts got under way. The event was all about a future imagined and defined by technology excellence. 

The festival kicked off with a panel discussion titled, 'Are We Digital Ready?' featuring three global leaders. The discussions inspired a lot of thought around our digital-readiness and how we could be more "future-fit" as a workforce. The festival also featured a lively talk by young associate Madhunika Sivasankar, who examined the question of gender bias in code. The keynote talk was by the head of a design strategy and innovation consulting firm in Bangalore, who addressed a series of themes including "falling in love with the problem, not the solution" and "how women should lead change." 

In the end, Teknovate was all about leading change, and inspiring a passion for technology.

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A change of perspective

By Rekha Mohanakrishnan, a Manager, Software Engineer

I would be lying if I said I wasn’t overwhelmed by the sheer grandeur of the event.

I was eyeing around 300 women pacing up and down, all dressed in their best formal clothes. The atmosphere was tense, yet buzzing with excitement. I could identify predominantly two groups of people—the super enthusiastic group who seemed to be emanating oodles of energy, and the calmer group who looked on with what I would call ‘poised nervousness’. I looked down at my file, verified its contents, took a deep breath and entered the venue.

If you had guessed that I was attending a recruitment drive, you are partially right. It was actually the RESUME event conducted by Fidelity India in Chennai.

How was it different?

The event was conducted to enable women on a career break to re-enter the workforce.

But why, and for what?

Why would any company want to hire women after a career break? I thought back on my own experience. Would I be able to face the likely skepticism of interviewers on my break from work experience, despite past successes in my career? Many thoughts swirled through my mind.

My apprehensions turned out to be unfounded. The fact remained that I had made several arrangements on the personal front in order to give this opportunity a chance for almost a week now—finding people to take care of my kids, making sure they were fed right, and finding backups, and their backups. After all the effort, I decided to give it my all.

I’m glad I did.  

The event was great, and the interview was super fun. I knew that I had done my best. But my jaded mind was searching for that big ‘if’ that would throw a spanner in the works. There had to be a catch somewhere. But no such thing happened.

On the contrary, the people I have networked with, both at the event and later in my teams at Fidelity, have been very understanding. They have offered me a listening ear, given me well–meaning advice from time to time, and have asked me open–ended questions to help me think through things holistically, all of which have helped me sort out my own thoughts in my mind. I have also had the opportunity to network with women who had risen up the ladder in the organization. They have been an immense inspiration to me. Some of them had taken breaks as well, for several years, but had returned even stronger than before, carving their own success ever since.

I realized one thing—the number of years of one’s career break does not necessarily count. Who would have thought this possible?

But in that case, what does actually count?

It matters how fast (and well) you are able to bounce back after the break. How excited you are to learn new things and explore new opportunities. How open you are to constructive criticism and feedback. How you build, and communicate with, YOUR network—the network that helps you grow.

What about the dreaded aspect of the equation—planning and managing your life and career? I have come to realize that this implies distinguishing what you can do (in the present) from what you want to do (in the future), and then working to bridge that gap. It could be learning a new skill, getting out of one’s comfort zone, getting help at home, and the like. And I had needed this opportunity to discern that.

It has been a great learning experience, and I have thoroughly enjoyed working at Fidelity. And it is all because I made the decision to change some of my perspectives, for the better.

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Reset and Reboot

Written by Reema, a Senior Specialist - Ethics & Compliance 

In August 2015, Fidelity India launched its first RESUME program, offering women who had taken a break from their career an opportunity to re-enter the workforce. This was a new beginning—both for Fidelity India as well as all of us who were aspiring for second careers. Most of us had been away from work and had made choices to support families, raise children or complete our academic journey. We had so many questions: How would we make the transition, which organization would give us an opportunity to rejoin the workplace, what kind of jobs would we get, would we be able to integrate work and our personal lives, and so on. 

I vividly remember the RESUME launch event. It was a full house! A panel of senior leaders took time out to introduce the program to us and answer all our questions. The launch was followed by an interview and selection process. 

My first few days at Fidelity flew by so fast! Meeting my team—the Ethics Office—stood out for me. My colleagues were so warm, friendly and welcoming. I knew I had made the right choice, and slowly began to realize why Fidelity has several tenured and happy associates. There is surely something about this place! 

When I look back at the first six months, I remember how enthusiastic yet nervous I was. The Ethics and Compliance role was new to me, and I had so much to learn. I was amazed to see how the Ethics Office helps associates understand the company’s policies and compliance requirements. I now understand the role that my team plays in helping associates adhere to policies and, in turn, protect the Fidelity brand. Doing the right thing and helping others do the same is a great feeling. 

After spending over two years here, I still feel like there is something new to learn every day. The time that I have spent here has enriched me in so many ways, both personally and professionally. When you have colleagues who are more like friends, work becomes fun, and Mondays are not so blue! I am grateful for the support that I have always received, and look forward to the road ahead. 

The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step… and for me, Fidelity has been a step in the right direction.

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Back at work and loving it

Written by Lalitha, Business Analyst Lead 

Break time 

That’s what it was. My husband and I had decided to move back to India with our two kids. At that time, I thought I would take just a month off from work, make sure the kids were comfortably settled at home with a nanny, and then head back to work. However, it did not turn out exactly the way I had hoped, as my kids took a longer time than I expected to settle down in their new surroundings. 

During my break, I found myself honing my skills in a very different way. For instance, when my children were bored, I had to think of innovative, out-of-the-box ways to keep them occupied. When they were getting distracted too often during a task, I had to teach them focus, and I became a lot more focused in my own tasks as a result. Then there were the lessons in project management I picked up when I found myself efficiently juggling their various classes and other activities, or expectation management when it came to their school scores, vacations, and decisions on when and what to buy or not buy. 

Ready to Resume 

At first, not having to commute to work, check e-mail, or ration vacation days even while raising kids was a relief. However, soon enough, I found myself craving for professional engagement once more. That’s when I decided to re-start my career. 

All of a sudden, I was back in the job hunt. The next few months were a whirl of activity. I began to network with my old colleagues, and published my resume on a few online job portals, looking out for opportunities in data science, which had been my area of work previously. I even enrolled in a data science training program to refresh my knowledge on the subject. 

As part of my job search, I came across information on Fidelity’s Resume program. I applied immediately, outlining my pre-break experience and qualifications. At the Resume event last year, my interviewers did not ask me for any elaborate explanations on my break. They only asked me relevant questions on my experience and what I wanted to do next. I was selected! Soon, I joined the paid internship program for six months, after which I was absorbed as a full-time employee. I currently work in the Data Analytics practice within the technology group, helping asset management teams take data-driven decisions with the aid of analytics. 

Happy to be back! 

It has only been under 2 years now since I got back to work, but I feel like I’ve been here for quite some time now. The company and my team make me feel extremely valued, which makes it so much easier for me to be myself, contribute to the team, and make a difference. It feels so good to be one among so many of the women who have benefited from programs such as Resume that have helped them reboot their careers.

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Daring to take the plunge

Written by Pamela, Manager, Human Resources, FMR India

A career pause

After a wonderful 10 years with the banking industry, I decided to change my line of work and tread in unchartered waters (for me) of recruitment. Although I enjoyed it thoroughly, I felt there was still something missing. I was a single parent with a teenage child, and I felt like I needed some time away from work, to spend more quality time with him. It was then that I decided to take a break. It wasn’t an easy decision, but it was the right one at that point. Thanks to my break, I was not only able to spend time with my son, but also got a lot of ME time as well! It wasn’t long, however, before I got a bit restless, as I wasn’t used to having so much free time at hand. I went through various ‘up and down’ phases during this time – happiness, excitement, frustration, irritation, and at times, even low self-confidence. These phases led me to reflect on and re-evaluate my strengths and skills. It was a time of great learning for me – right from patience to the importance of winding down, the need for family support, and the miraculous effects of staying positive.

All set to Resume

All the while, during my break, I ensured I kept myself updated on the industry and stayed in touch with former colleagues. Then one day, just as I was beginning to realize I was ready to get back to work, lo and behold, a friend who worked in Fidelity told me about Resume, a program to enable women on a career break to return to work. They say opportunity never knocks twice, and I knew this was exactly what they meant when they said it. Without thinking twice, I made final touches on my resume and sent in my application immediately.

Resume accepted

The day of the event, I sat along with several other hopefuls, eager to know what awaited me. All of us had several questions on our mind. What did the program entail? Did I have a chance of getting absorbed into the company? What would they ask me at the interview? To my pleasant surprise, my interviewer showed little concern for the exact reason for my break, or the impact of such a gap on my career. The focus was more on the experience I came with and what I could bring to the table.

Launching Career 2.0

After several rounds of interview, I was offered the role of a HR Generalist supporting the technology organization. I was a bit apprehensive, as I had no prior experience as a HR partner, nor did I have a clue about the technology organization. Both the interview panel and my hiring manager put my fears to rest, and assured me I had the right skills and experience. It felt great, and I immediately took up the offer. That was close to two years ago, and I have come a long way since, from knowing nothing about the HR function to doing a pretty good job as a HR partner (or so I am told).

Looking back at my now refreshed career, it feels great to be back at work. While each day brings its own new and exciting challenges, I am happy I chose to give this role a try, and love what I do every single day. A great team and a highly supportive environment make all the difference, and I feel extremely valued as an integral member of the team.

Back and loving it

While my career break taught me the importance of family and friends, rejoining the workforce taught me that if you are lucky enough to work for an excellent organization and have a great team to support you, there is almost nothing you cannot achieve. The support and guidance I receive constantly from my colleagues and the business is unending, and the opportunities given to draw on my strengths are countless. It also makes a world of difference when your company takes good care of its associates, be it through the flexibility it affords us, the high priority placed on employee safety, or the opportunities created for us to constantly enhance our skills and showcase our talent.

Thinking of working again? Do it

When it comes to returning to work, it can be quite difficult for women. Several questions cloud our mind. Will I be given quality work? Will the work be too overwhelming for me? Will my team support me? However, if you work in a supportive firm and team, these are all just myths and nothing else, as I can wholeheartedly testify! So, stay positive and keep your resume always updated.

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“Fidelity India” Hiring Graduate Trainee Engineer On June 2014 in Bangalore ( Freshers)

“Fidelity India” Hiring Graduate Trainee Engineer On June 2014 in Bangalore ( Freshers)

Company: Fidelity India

Website: www.fidelity.com

Eligibility: B.E/B.Tech

Experience: Freshers

Location: Bangalore

Job Role: Graduate Trainee Engineer

JOB SUMMARY Company Profile:

EI (Enterprise Infrastructure) India started operations in 2004 to help our partners take advantage of the global capability in providing operational support using the follow the sun model. Today the team covers…

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