Team Leader - Risk & Control

Position Type

Home Office

Position Schedule

Full-Time

EEO Statement

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.

Posting Location

Missouri, St. Louis

Company Description

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.
 

External Flexible Work Option(s)

Hybrid, Onsite

Awards and 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

Country

United States

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Position Requirements

What You'll Need

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• 7+ years of professional experience within financial services, risk management, governance, compliance, audit, or related control functions.
• 5+ years of experience related to risk management, business operations, or control execution.
• Prior people leadership experience with direct management responsibility.
• Demonstrated experience applying Enterprise Risk Management frameworks within a First Line of Defense.
• Experience identifying, assessing, managing, and escalating risks, including issue management and remediation oversight.
• Working knowledge of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) tools and risk reporting methodologies.
• FINRA Series 7 license, or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire.

What Could Set You Apart

• Advanced degree (MBA or equivalent).
• Professional risk or finance certifications (e.g., CRISC, CRCM, CPA, CIA, FRM).
• Direct experience supporting Wealth Management, advisor‑led, or field‑based distribution models.
• Experience leading or presenting in risk governance, executive committees, or regulatory forums.
• Prior experience working closely with Second Line of Defense risk functions.
• Knowledge of regulatory expectations applicable to Wealth Management and Field Management businesses.

Current INTERNAL home-based associates: While this role is posted as hybrid, if selected and accepted, you may retain your home-based status. Edward Jones intends in good faith to continue offering the role as home-based, though future business or regulatory needs may require on-site work.

**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 effective June 1, 2026. Before June 1, 2026,  candidates that live within a