Senior Enterprise Communications Strategist - ...

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 OverviewPosition Schedule: Full-TimeThis job posting is anticipated to remain open for 30 days, from 08-May-2025. The posting may close early due to the volume of applicants.Leads end-to-end internal and external communication strategies for the firm's largest, most complex strategic efforts and reputational needs. An individual in this role is responsible for leading the development of enterprise communications, coaching others to ensure message and communication strategy alignment, partnering with senior firm leaders to develop and execute reactive and proactive communications and cultivating key national and trade media relationships. Also includes supporting financial advisors' local presence, relationships and business development through media engagement support, awards and rankings opportunities, crisis and issues management response strategy and more.10 or more years of communications, PR, journalism or marketing experience7 or more years of experience leading crisis communications and issues management efforts2-7 years of experience leading or coaching othersHigh degree of personal initiative, seasoned judgment, outstanding interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.Demonstrated ability to grow the firm's impact, make effective decisions and deliver the right outcomes.Experience translating stakeholder needs into communication strategies and experiencesAbility to make highly complex issues easily understood to key stakeholders including internal audiences, clients, prospective clients and the media.Demonstrated success navigating complex, dynamic environments with changing priorities and deadlines, ability to work in a team-based or matrix environment.Effective at building strong relationships to influence and gain consensus at all levels, including senior level executives.Deep understanding of emerging communications technology and social media platforms, as well as an understanding of the local and national media landscape.Deep understanding of what constitutes news and knowledge of how the media works.PreferredExperience in financial services, other highly regulated industries and change managementAgency experience is a plusEdward 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: $99200Hiring Maximum: $168900Qualified 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 Job OverviewSkills/RequirementsBachelor's Degree or equivalent experiencePreferred:Degree in Journalism, Communication, Public Relations or Marketing or related degree/equivalent work experience preferredCandidates 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.Read More About Skills/RequirementsAwards & AccoladesAt 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 JonesCheck out our Canadian awards and accolades: Insights & Information Blog Postings about Edward JonesRead More About Awards & AccoladesAbout UsJoin 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.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.#LI-HO

Created: 2025-05-09