Branch Auditor at Edward Jones
St. Louis, MO
About the Job
Want a meaningful career where you can make a difference? Edward Jones sounds perfect for you.
Collaboration
Autonomy
Opportunity
Words our headquarters associates use when talking about working at Edward Jones
Words that describe what it's like being part of a firm where everyone is aligned toward a singular focus: serving the client
And everyone is working to make the firm better together - as they grow as individuals
If these words resonate with you, we should talk.
Job Overview
Position Schedule: Full-Time
Do you have a passion for auditing, firm policies, and industry regulations? Do you enjoy conducting reviews and working with others? If so, this might be the opportunity for you!
The Branch Audit Department plays a critical role in achieving the Compliance Division's purpose of promoting our clients' best interests and decisions that foster an environment of trust by continuously partnering together to strengthen our culture of compliance to enable the best client, branch team and associate experiences
Through teams of Branch Auditors, the Branch Audit Department executes a risk-based audit program consisting of activities required by various regulatory bodies
Branch Auditors inspect branch offices and registered locations and conduct tailored compliance discussions with branch team members and associates to help protect clients, branch teams and the firm.
Branch auditors could be based in our HQ offices in St
Louis or Tempe, be home based and work remotely or have a hybrid work arrangement.
Key Responsibilities
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.
Hiring Minimum: $59886
Hiring Maximum: $98752
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Skills/Requirements
What Experience You Need
What Might Set You Apart:
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act
Edward Jones is prohibited from hiring individuals with certain specified criminal history as set forth in Section 3(a)(39) and 15(b)(4) and Rule 17a-3(a)(12) of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, and conducts background reviews consistent with FINRA Rule 3110(e)
A copy of a notice regarding the provisions of the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance is available at: dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/FCOE-Official-Notice-Eng-Final-8.30.2024.pdf.
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Awards & Accolades
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.
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
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About Us
Join a financial services firm where your contributions are valued
Edward Jones is a Fortune 5001 company where people come first
With over 8 million clients and 19,000 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 2023, data as of December 2022
Compensation provided for using, not obtaining, the rating.
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.
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Collaboration
Autonomy
Opportunity
Words our headquarters associates use when talking about working at Edward Jones
Words that describe what it's like being part of a firm where everyone is aligned toward a singular focus: serving the client
And everyone is working to make the firm better together - as they grow as individuals
If these words resonate with you, we should talk.
Job Overview
Position Schedule: Full-Time
Do you have a passion for auditing, firm policies, and industry regulations? Do you enjoy conducting reviews and working with others? If so, this might be the opportunity for you!
The Branch Audit Department plays a critical role in achieving the Compliance Division's purpose of promoting our clients' best interests and decisions that foster an environment of trust by continuously partnering together to strengthen our culture of compliance to enable the best client, branch team and associate experiences
Through teams of Branch Auditors, the Branch Audit Department executes a risk-based audit program consisting of activities required by various regulatory bodies
Branch Auditors inspect branch offices and registered locations and conduct tailored compliance discussions with branch team members and associates to help protect clients, branch teams and the firm.
Branch auditors could be based in our HQ offices in St
Louis or Tempe, be home based and work remotely or have a hybrid work arrangement.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct risk-based reviews of business practices, processes, client accounts, and electronic records utilizing data analytics, reports, and tailored discussions to test the Financial Advisor and branch team's compliance with industry regulations and firm policies
- Partner with Financial Advisors and branch teams through a client-centric approach to assist them in building a successful and compliant business
- Provide verbal and written communication related to the outcome of the review, potential concerns or risk areas discussed, specific actions needed, and resources provided
- Collaborate to address potential issues or risk areas with Financial Advisors, branch teams, and home office associates; determine when additional follow-up or escalation to leadership or another area is needed
- Participate in department projects and initiatives with a focus on improving department processes and audit program effectiveness
- Travel approximately 40% to 50% of the time (approximately two weeks per month) to conduct inspections and tailored compliance discussions
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.
Hiring Minimum: $59886
Hiring Maximum: $98752
Read More About Job Overview
Skills/Requirements
What Experience You Need
- Series 7 and 63 or 66 licenses (or equivalent) required that are currently active
- Series 9, 10, and 24 licenses required or must be obtained within 12 weeks of hire
- Travel required 40-50% of the time (approximately two weeks per month) to conduct inspections and tailored compliance discussions
- Financial service experience is preferred
- Bachelor's degree is preferred
What Might Set You Apart:
- Broad knowledge of financial services products, industry rules and regulations, and firm policies and processes; excitement to continuously learn about these topics
- Demonstrate strong communication, active listening, problem solving, decision making, and organizational skills
- Ability to build relationships and manage conflict with empathy and respect
- Deliver results in a dynamic environment independently and through partnership with others
- Candidates that live within in a commutable distance from our Tempe, AZ and St
Louis, MO home office locations are expected to work in the office three days per week, with preference for Tuesday through Thursday
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act
Edward Jones is prohibited from hiring individuals with certain specified criminal history as set forth in Section 3(a)(39) and 15(b)(4) and Rule 17a-3(a)(12) of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, and conducts background reviews consistent with FINRA Rule 3110(e)
A copy of a notice regarding the provisions of the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance is available at: dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/FCOE-Official-Notice-Eng-Final-8.30.2024.pdf.
Read More About Skills/Requirements
Awards & Accolades
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.
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
Read More About Awards & Accolades
About Us
Join a financial services firm where your contributions are valued
Edward Jones is a Fortune 5001 company where people come first
With over 8 million clients and 19,000 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 2023, data as of December 2022
Compensation provided for using, not obtaining, the rating.
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.
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