Edward Jones

Senior Specialist, Integration Management

Edward Jones • $95K — $115K *
Saint Louis, MO 63129In-Person
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Management, or a related field.
  • Knowledge of change management, Agile, Lean Portfolio Management (LPM), and project delivery methodologies.
  • Significant experience in Mergers and Acquisitions, strategic partnerships, enterprise integrations, or program management.
  • Proven ability to influence senior leaders across multiple business areas without direct authority.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with focus on risk and opportunity identification.

Responsibilities

  • Support planning and execution of strategic integrations and partnerships.
  • Coordinate cross-functional integration activities across various business sectors.
  • Develop and monitor integrated project plans and risk management logs.
  • Facilitate governance activities and prepare executive updates for the Integration Management Office.
  • Track objectives and performance indicators to achieve business benefits.
  • Partner with senior leaders on high-impact strategic initiatives.
  • Build relationships to promote collaboration and alignment across the organization.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
  • 401k retirement plan with matching contributions.
  • Short- and long-term disability and life insurance provided at no cost to associates.
  • 15 days of vacation with additional personal and sick days.
  • Paid volunteerism day and ten paid holidays observed annually.
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program for mental health support.
Full Job Description
What You'll Do
  • Support the planning and execution of strategic integrations, including acquisitions, and strategic partnership implementations.
  • Coordinate cross-functional integration activities across business, operations, technology, finance, compliance, legal, risk, and people-focused workstreams.
  • Develop, maintain, and monitor integrated project plans, milestone tracking, dependency management, risk/issue logs, decision registers, and executive reporting for integration initiatives.
  • Support Integration Management Office (IMO) governance activities, including steering committee preparation, executive updates, and progress reporting.
  • Track integration objectives, strategic outcomes, value capture opportunities, and key performance indicators to ensure intended business benefits are achieved.
  • Partner with senior leaders to support the planning, prioritization, and execution of the firm's highest-impact strategic initiatives and enterprise integration programs.
  • Build strong relationships across the organization to foster collaboration, communication, and alignment.
  • Support organizational readiness and change adoption efforts for new initiatives, processes, and capabilities, by facilitating integration planning workshops, readiness assessments, and cross-functional working sessions to drive alignment and accelerate decision-making.
  • Drive readiness planning and transition execution activities to ensure successful implementation and business continuity; supporting Day 1 readiness, post-Close stabilization efforts.
  • Identify opportunities to improve planning, integration, governance, and execution practices across the firm's acquisition and strategic partnership initiatives.


Position Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Management, or a related field.
  • Knowledge of change management, Agile, Lean Portfolio Management (LPM), project-based delivery methodologies, and execution best practices.
  • Significant experience in Mergers and Acquisitions, strategic partnerships, enterprise integrations, strategic planning, program management, consulting, or a related field.
  • Proven ability to influence senior leaders and drive alignment across multiple business areas without direct authority.
  • Strong business acumen with the ability to evaluate organizational impacts, strategic priorities, and enterprise-wide initiatives.
  • Experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives from planning through execution and adoption.
  • Demonstrated success facilitating executive-level discussions, decision-making, and governance processes, including developing executive level reporting and decision support documentation.
  • Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify risks, dependencies, and opportunities.

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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Edward Jones: A Place Where Careers Flourish

At Edward Jones, your career is our priority. Join us and be part of a company that values innovation, leadership, and a diverse and inclusive workplace. Your journey to professional excellence starts here.
Learn more about Edward Jones
Size
50,000 employees
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Founded
1997
* Ladders Estimates

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