Accelerated Leadership Program

At Edward Jones, we believe that every person deserves the opportunity to thrive personally and professionally. Our culture of caring means that we seek to expand our impact by serving more people in more communities, and tailoring our products, services, and experiences to their unique needs. For over a century, our partnership and client-focused business model has set us apart in how we work across business areas and branch offices to deliver solutions for our clients, communities, and future generations.

Edward Jones is a leading North American financial services firm in the U.S. and its affiliates in Canada. The firm's 20,000 Financial Advisors throughout North America serve over 9 million clients with a total of $2.2 trillion in client assets under care*. Through the dedication of the firm's approximately 55,000 associates and our branch presence in 68% of the U.S. counties and most Canadian provinces and territories, the firm is committed to helping more people achieve financially what is most important to them.

Team Overview:

Edward Jones' Accelerated Leadership Program (ALP) is an exclusive initiative tailored for recent MBA graduates, offering unparalleled opportunities for career advancement. At Edward Jones, leadership transcends traditional people management, encompassing project, thought, change, and people leadership. Through targeted experiences at our corporate headquarters in St. Louis or Tempe along with numerous senior-level networking opportunities, this cohort-driven program invests in both your personal growth and long-term career trajectory, extending well beyond its two-year duration.

Each ALP associate journey is unique, crafted to leverage your distinct perspective and career aspirations. Designed for seasoned professionals seeking a holistic understanding of our business, the program offers a structured yet rigorous platform to contribute across various functional areas within our departments and divisions.

What You'll do:

Throughout the two-year journey, you will undertake four impactful rotations in key business units, tailored to match your expertise and the needs of Edward Jones. These rotations provide opportunities in thought leadership, team development, project management, executive mentoring, networking, and personalized development planning. Project opportunities span from strategy formulation and process improvement to engaging with clients and external stakeholders, emphasizing leadership in change management and risk assessment.

A distinguishing feature of our program is its flexible rotation structure, adapting to your evolving experiences, goals, network, and development plan. Additionally, within the initial six months, you will be required to attain Series 7 and 66 licenses, supported by ample study resources and guidance.

Upon completion of the program, you will be prepared to apply to open roles across the Firm aligning with your skills and interests, equipped to lead as a valued team member, project manager, or thought leader across diverse areas. Furthermore, the ALP fosters continued career mobility, nurturing adaptable leaders capable of thriving in various facets of our organization

What You'll Need:

• Masters Degree or higher.
• 3 years of previous work experience

• Demonstrate prior leadership and self-development, both in professional and campus settings
• Exhibit strong communication and collaboration skills
• Demonstrate strategic and critical thinking abilities
• Analyze and interpret data to generate actionable insights
• Prioritizes Firm's best interests and team dynamics while mitigating risks
• Display flexibility and readiness to adapt within dynamic and intricate environments
• Possess proficient project management skills

Edward Jones does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.