What are the responsibilities and job description for the Townhouse Manager & Administrative Assistant - Government Relations position at Edward Jones?
This job posting is anticipated to remain open for 30 days, from 26-Aug-2026. The posting may close early due to the volume of applicants.
Join a financial services firm where your contributions are valued. Edward Jones is a Fortune 500¹ company where people come first. With over 9 million clients and 20,000 financial advisors across the U.S. and Canada, we’re proud to be privately-owned, placing the focus on our clients rather than shareholder returns.
Behind everything we do is our purpose: We partner for positive impact to improve the lives of our clients and colleagues, and together, better our communities and society. We are an innovative, flexible, and inclusive organization that attracts, develops, and inspires performance excellence and a sense of belonging.
People are at the center of our partnership. Edward Jones associates are seen, heard, respected, and supported. This is what we believe makes us the best place to start or build your career.
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¹Fortune 500, published June 2024, data as of December 2023. Compensation provided for using, not obtaining, the rating.
Behind everything we do is our purpose: We partner for positive impact to improve the lives of our clients and colleagues, and together, better our communities and society. We are an innovative, flexible, and inclusive organization that attracts, develops, and inspires performance excellence and a sense of belonging.
People are at the center of our partnership. Edward Jones associates are seen, heard, respected, and supported. This is what we believe makes us the best place to start or build your career.
View our Purpose, Inclusion and Citizenship Report.
¹Fortune 500, published June 2024, data as of December 2023. Compensation provided for using, not obtaining, the rating.
Team Overview:
Edward Jones Policy, Regulatory and Government Relations (PRGR) works at the intersection of public policy, regulatory affairs, and advocacy, helping advance the firm's strategic priorities with policymakers, industry stakeholders, and government officials. As the Townhouse Manager & Administrative Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Head of Policy, Regulatory and Government Relations while overseeing the day-to-day operations of the firm's Washington, DC townhouse. This unique position combines executive support, property and venue management, and event coordination, offering the opportunity to serve as a key contributor to high-profile engagements that strengthen Edward Jones' presence and relationships in the nation's capital.
What You'll Do
In this role, you will provide administrative support to the Head of PRGR and you will manage the operations, maintenance, and strategic use of Edward Jones' Washington, DC townhouse. You will serve as a primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, coordinate events and meetings, oversee vendor relationships, and ensure the property consistently reflects the firm's commitment to professionalism and hospitality.
Here are a few of the Key Responsibilities:
Edward Jones Policy, Regulatory and Government Relations (PRGR) works at the intersection of public policy, regulatory affairs, and advocacy, helping advance the firm's strategic priorities with policymakers, industry stakeholders, and government officials. As the Townhouse Manager & Administrative Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Head of Policy, Regulatory and Government Relations while overseeing the day-to-day operations of the firm's Washington, DC townhouse. This unique position combines executive support, property and venue management, and event coordination, offering the opportunity to serve as a key contributor to high-profile engagements that strengthen Edward Jones' presence and relationships in the nation's capital.
What You'll Do
In this role, you will provide administrative support to the Head of PRGR and you will manage the operations, maintenance, and strategic use of Edward Jones' Washington, DC townhouse. You will serve as a primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, coordinate events and meetings, oversee vendor relationships, and ensure the property consistently reflects the firm's commitment to professionalism and hospitality.
Here are a few of the Key Responsibilities:
- Provide calendar management, scheduling, travel coordination, expense and invoice processing, and administrative support for the Head of Policy, Regulatory and Government Relations.
- Manage the day-to-day operations, maintenance, and readiness of the Washington, DC townhouse, ensuring the property is maintained to the highest standards.
- Coordinate and support meetings, receptions, client events, and other engagements hosted at the townhouse.
- Coordinate vendors, contractors, and service providers, including contract administration and performance oversight.
- Monitor property maintenance, repairs, inspections, and improvement projects to preserve the functionality and appearance of the facility.
- Support event logistics, including catering, room setup, transportation, security coordination, and guest experience management.
- Ensure townhouse operations and events comply with applicable policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Assist with special projects, reporting, and operational initiatives supporting the PRGR team.
- Internally, this role will be known as Townhouse Manager
- This position is based in Washington, DC and requires on-site presence at the townhouse. Due to the nature of executive meetings, receptions, and government affairs events, occasional early morning, evening, and limited weekend hours may be required outside of standard business hours.
What You'll Need:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- 3 years of experience in event planning, hospitality management, property management, venue management, operations, or related functions.
- Experience providing administrative support to senior executives, elected officials, or organizational leaders.
- Experience coordinating high-profile meetings, receptions, or stakeholder events, that require discretion, professionalism, and attention to privacy and security considerations.
- Experience managing vendor relationships, service contracts, maintenance activities, and facility operations.
- Knowledge of property management, event logistics, budget tracking, and operational planning.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while supporting executive schedules, facility operations, and event execution.
- Experience working in government affairs, public policy, association, advocacy, or similarly regulated environments preferred.
At Edward Jones, we are building a place where everyone feels like they belong. We're proud of our associates' contributions to the firm and the recognitions we have received.
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Check out our U.S. awards and accolades: Insights & Information Blog Postings about Edward Jones
Check out our Canadian awards and accolades: Insights & Information Blog Postings about Edward Jones
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.
Edward Jones' compensation and benefits package includes medical and prescription drug, dental, vision, voluntary benefits (such as accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness), short- and long-term disability, basic life, and basic AD&D coverage. Short- and long-term disability, basic life, and basic AD&D coverage are provided at no cost to associates. Edward Jones offers a 401k retirement plan, and tax-advantaged accounts: health savings account, and flexible spending account. Edward Jones observes ten paid holidays and provides 15 days of vacation for new associates beginning on January 1 of each year, as well as sick time, personal days, and a paid day for volunteerism. Associates may be eligible for bonuses and profit sharing. All associates are eligible for the firm's Employee Assistance Program. For more information on the Benefits available to Edward Jones associates, please visit our benefits page.