Client advocate. Skilled communicator. Problem solver. Does that describe you? If so, we need you on our team.

At Edward Jones, we're all about making a difference. In the lives of our clients - and our people. Our licensed branch associates are highly visible members of the client team, working under the leadership of a financial advisor.

You thrive in an inclusive team environment, are a continuous learner, have a people-serving mindset and are passionate about making an impact to change lives. You and your financial advisor will complement each other to create capacity and provide value to your community.

Job Overview

Position Schedule: Full-Time

Branch Address: 139 E Main St, Frostburg, MD 21532

• Paid training - Get registered and licensed and learn how to be an associate financial advisor with the industry's top training program
• A support network that extends beyond your branch office and includes headquarters assistance via phone, email and firm intranet resources

• Build meaningful relationships with clients with an understanding of legal and regulatory requirements related to selling financial solutions
• Critical thinker, problem solver, and sound judgement to provide solutions to personalized investment issues, involving the FA when appropriate
• Resiliency and adaptability in a nimble learning environment
• Attention to detail, strong organizational and time management skills

• Providing personalized investment and financial solutions to clients?
• Cultivating relationships in your local community to grow the business?
• Contributing to the branch business plan to increase branch effectiveness?

• 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. 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.

• Edward Jones believes in a human centered approach as we partner for positive impact, to improve the lives of our clients, colleagues, and communities.
• The hiring minimum and maximum range shown below is a subset of the total pay range. There is also an opportunity for merit-based salary increases as you progress in the Associate Financial Advisor role.

• Gathering information and collecting suitability to deeply understand clients' and prospective clients' needs, priorities, and concerns to accelerate trust and create a personalized, comprehensive strategy to achieve their goals.
• Meeting with clients regularly to track progress toward goals, uncover additional assets, proactively address emerging concerns, and adjust their strategy to ensure their needs are met.
• Partnering with other members of the clients' professional team such as attorneys, accountants, trust officers, to help fully understand clients' goals and circumstances.
• Researching portfolio performance, cost/fees, asset allocation and changes to portfolio construction/investments, and make recommendations to client.
• Collaborate with the FA and branch team to ensure alignment and create, monitor, and adjust the branch business plan to increase branch effectiveness and achieve desired business results.
• Cultivating relationships with organizations and businesses to maintain presence in the community and obtain referrals and new business.
• Coordinate with the FA to assist in the creation of new clients via face-to-face and virtual sourcing strategies.
• Continually develop yourself to grow personally and professionally.

• High School Diploma/Equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred
• Series 7 and Series 66 required, if not currently registered, registrations may be obtained at Edward Jones during the assigned study period
• At least 3-5 years of relevant experience in securities industry preferred
• FINRA licenses required within three months. State insurance licenses required
• As an associate, you are required to complete all ongoing training offered by the firm and regulatory authorities, as well as required training to maintain license in good standing