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Edward Jones
Associate Financial Advisor
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What they do
A Financial Planner or Investment Consultant advises clients on financial plans and investment strategies. Discusses the client's financial objectives, focusing on investment options and products. May be licensed to buy and sell financial products such as stocks and bonds.
$96,247 / year median in South Dakota
+4% projected growth
Job Description
This job posting is anticipated to remain open for 30 days, from 31-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. 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. There's power in partnership. It's how we work
- and how we help our clients achieve financial fulfillment. Demand for human-delivered, personalized financial advice has never been greater
- and right now, qualified financial advisors are in short supply. If you're a driven professional ready to build something meaningful, this is your moment to step into a career with real impact, firm-wide support and long-term growth potential. As an associate financial advisor at Edward Jones, you'll work with the broader practice team
- collaborating with one or more financial advisors and client support teammates
- to deliver personalized financial strategies and exceptional client service.
- you hold yourself accountable and thrive in a performance-oriented environment Clear, confident communication skills
- able to simplify complex concepts and guide meaningful client conversations Willingness to obtain Series 7, Series 66, and state insurance licenses within three months of hire
- all licensing is fully sponsored and supported by Edward Jones Comfort learning and applying financial planning software and digital engagement tools What could set you apart Partial securities licensing (such as the SIE exam) is a genuine plus
- but please don't let an incomplete licensing profile stop you from applying.
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. As a salaried professional, you can also expect… A culture of continuous improvement and professional development Full-time Associates receive the following benefits: 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.