Edward Jones

Senior Consultant

Edward Jones$100K — $120K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
  • 7+ years of experience in consulting, corporate strategy, or related fields.
  • Experience in supporting cross-functional strategic initiatives.
  • Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to synthesize information into executive-ready insights.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, engaging senior leaders effectively.
  • Experience influencing stakeholders and facilitating discussions.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as an internal advisor to enterprise leaders on strategic initiatives.
  • Conduct strategic analysis and structured problem solving.
  • Support enterprise decision-making through fact-based insights.
  • Develop actionable plans from enterprise priorities.
  • Engage stakeholders to evaluate options and manage dependencies.
  • Facilitate discussions to build alignment among senior leaders.
  • Drive execution against critical business outcomes.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including voluntary benefits.
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance and life insurance at no cost.
  • 401k retirement plan with potential for bonuses and profit sharing.
  • Generous vacation policy with 15 days for new associates and paid holidays.
  • Various tax-advantaged accounts available, such as HSA.
  • Paid volunteerism day and access to the Employee Assistance Program.
Full Job Description
Opportunity Overview

The Senior Consultant serves as an internal advisor and thought partner to enterprise leaders, providing strategic analysis, structured problem solving, and consultative support to advance the firm's highest-priority transformation initiatives. The role operates across multiple workstreams and governance forums, helping leaders evaluate options, align stakeholders, manage enterprise dependencies, and drive execution against critical business outcomes.
Working closely with Enterprise Strategy & Execution leaders, program leads, and functional stakeholders, this individual evaluates complex business challenges, develops strategic recommendations, synthesizes insights, and supports enterprise decision-making through fact-based analysis and stakeholder engagement. The Senior Consultant combines strategic thinking with execution focus, helping translate enterprise priorities into actionable plans and measurable outcomes.

Position Requirements

What You'll Need:
  • Bachelor's degree required. Advanced degree preferred.
  • Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, business transformation, enterprise change, program management, analytics, finance, operations, or related disciplines.
  • Demonstrated experience supporting complex, cross-functional strategic initiatives and enterprise-wide programs.
  • Strong analytical, quantitative, and structured problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate complex business issues and develop actionable recommendations.
  • Proven ability to synthesize large amounts of information into concise, executive-ready insights and presentations.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with experience engaging senior leaders and influencing stakeholders across a matrixed organization.
  • Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity, balance competing priorities, and deliver results in a dynamic environment.
  • Experience facilitating discussions, building alignment, and influencing outcomes without direct authority.
  • Financial services, wealth management, enterprise transformation, or consulting experience preferred. (Preference language adapted from the Strategy Consultant profile.)
**Candidates that live within a commutable distance from our Tempe, AZ and St. Louis, MO home office locations are expected to work in the office four days per week.**

Salary Information

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.

About Edward Jones

Edward Jones provides investment advisory and management services to individual investors. It also offers wealth management, retirement and college savings plans, insurance, and advisory services.

Edward Jones Careers

Join the thriving team at Edward Jones and be part of a company renowned for its commitment to professional growth and innovation. As a leader in the financial services industry, Edward Jones offers unparalleled job opportunities that empower you to shape your future and foster a culture of leadership and diversity.

Opportunities Await

At Edward Jones, we are constantly expanding our team with roles that challenge and reward our employees. Explore a range of positions that suit your skills and career ambitions, from entry-level to senior leadership roles. Whether you're looking for a full-time position or an internship, Edward Jones provides a platform for growth and learning.

Innovate and Lead

Step into a role at Edward Jones and join a culture steeped in innovation and leadership. Our professionals are at the forefront of developing new strategies for financial management, helping to drive the company forward while maintaining our commitment to client-centric solutions.

Grow With Us

Career growth is not just a possibility at Edward Jones—it is a promise. We are dedicated to your professional development through comprehensive training programs, leadership workshops, and continuous learning opportunities. Our commitment to your growth is matched by our dedication to diversity and inclusion, ensuring all team members have the opportunity to thrive.

Benefits and Culture

Edward Jones is committed to offering a supportive work environment where every team member feels valued. Enjoy competitive benefits, including health, retirement plans, and family-friendly policies that make balancing your professional and personal life easier. Our culture promotes teamwork, respect, and integrity, all foundational to our business ethos.

Join Our Team

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Edward Jones is hiring! We are looking for passionate, curious, and driven individuals to join our team. Bring your unique skills and perspective, and help us continue to offer top-tier financial solutions to our clients.

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Size
50,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1997

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