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Branch Real Estate Designer

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  • Hybrid,Typically expected to work in an Edward Jones Home Office location three days a week View More
  • OnsiteTypically expected to work in a home office location five days a week. View More

Tempe, AZ; Saint Louis, MO;

Job# 113344BR

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There’s power in partnership.

Your passion. Our purpose. We can make an impact together. Join a team that empowers you to shape the future of client service. Everything we do is focused on helping clients achieve what’s most important to them, all while giving you the opportunity to innovate, collaborate and grow.

What you do every day helps people achieve and protect their financial goals. You’ll have access to cutting-edge tools, continuous learning programs, mentorship from experienced leaders, and a culture that values every voice and idea.

  • Position Schedule: Full-Time

    This job posting is anticipated to remain open for 30 days, from 25-Mar-2026. The posting may close early due to the volume of applicants.

    Branch Real Estate (BRE) is responsible for supporting the physical branch office needs through the coordination of leasing, construction, lease administration, and maintenance of more than 15,000 branch office locations. BRE performs these duties in a way to maximize value and minimize disruptions to our branch teams, allowing them to continue to focus on the needs of our clients.

    Branch Real Estate established a Design Capability Leader to represent the department as the primary change agent on multiple firm-sponsored initiatives, as well as define and oversee the branch office design principles for the firm. A Workplace Designer will support this work through the day-to-day responsibilities, as well as be responsible for leading and collaborating with our Cushman & Wakefield partners.

    What You Will Do:

    • Partner with internal design team critical Firm projects to understand the impact of Branch Real Estate on delivery of firm strategies – current and future
    • Consult with internal Branch Real Estate Consultants and field leaders to understand needs and shape solutions for Firm initiatives including Shared Real Estate and Teaming Branch offices.
    • Provide guidance to Cushman & Wakefield design team to ensure alignment on firm strategies, supporting the firm and the field
    • Provide tailored design solutions to the field for individual projects including our most successful advisors
    • Provide firm-level understanding of real estate initiatives to drive change in the field
    • Analyze, diagnose, and recommend changes to branch design, furniture, branch equipment, and space needs
    • Build, maintain and leverage perspective on internal and external trends that can improve individual and branch design performance
    • Act as a change champion for the Edward Jones brand and firm standards & guidelines.
    • Utilize independent thought and judgment and practice candor with respect
    *This position is known internally as Senior Facilities Designer

    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.

    Hiring Minimum: $74600

    Hiring Maximum: $122800

    What Experience You Need:
    • Bachelor’s degree required; preferred in Design (Architecture, Interiors, Environmental)
    • 5+ years of architectural or interior design experience, NCIDQ a plus.
    • Proficiency in REVIT and Microsoft Office desired.
    • Architectural rendering and/or graphic design skills preferred.
    • Highly qualified in providing direction on complex branch design challenges.
    • Ability to create, read and review construction drawings, provide red-lines, sign-off and approval for other designers.
    • Understanding of technical aspects of design/construction including low voltage, materials, budgets, constructability, electrical and HVAC systems
    • Application and understanding of life safety and building code compliance.
    • Versed in the five phases of interior/architectural projects & project management.
    • Functional Skills include:
    • Evaluating industry trends and opportunities related to physical office space
    • Interpreting federal, state, and local architectural requirements (including by not limited to ADA)
    • Developing and owning relationships with third party vendors for furniture, fixture, and finishes
    • Strong project management skills with experience coordinating multiple projects simultaneously
    • Strong organizational skills with the ability to evaluate and establish priorities, then implement plans to accomplish them without compromising deadlines
    • Provide direction and mentorship for project team members (primarily external to Edward Jones)
    • Highly collaborative
    • Proven ability to influence without authority
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills required, including the ability to convey firm-level messaging to the field or relay difficult messages
    **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 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.**

    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.

    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.

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    Managing Partner

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    It’s like professional development in the world’s largest sandbox.

    Training, continuing education and mentoring – that’s only the beginning. Our headquarter campuses offer thousands of roles – and as many opportunities – for you to try new skills, get involved on different projects and step up as a leader. You’re in charge of your professional development. We just provide the opportunities.

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    Extra compensation when you need it most – with no ceiling on how much you can earn.

    And we really mean it. There is no ceiling on how much you can earn as we have a work hard and be rewarded philosophy. We also understand that new financial advisors might be more worried about the floor. So we provide a guaranteed salary for your first four years. Did we mention bonuses, commissions, profit sharing and travel awards?

    “As hard as I want to work determines how successful my business can be.”
    – Mark Audet, CFP Financial Advisor – St. Louis

  • Your new career comes with support from day one.

    At Edward Jones, we support you with resources and training from day one. You’ll be joining a firm that is consistently recognized and awarded for our training. We believe you’ll see our investment in you as one of the best parts of working at Edward Jones. When you join the client team in your local branch, you won’t be on your own.

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    Come as you are. We will teach you everything you need to know.

    Our Branch Office Administrators come from many different career backgrounds. Sales. Marketing. Customer service. Even finance. But they have one thing in common: a desire for a rewarding career that empowers them to make a difference in people’s lives. Your training begins with six months of dedicated onboarding – and is built out with mentoring, learning plans tailored to your needs, and 6,000-plus at the Headquarters making sure you have everything you need to succeed.

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    Put your talent to the test – Working with the industry’s best.

    There’s no better way to flex your skillset than working with the best. And you will find the best here. We aggressively recruit a vast array of top talent that help us innovate. And build the tools and systems that support our goal of being the #1 choice for the serious long-term investor. Our clients’ needs are becoming more complex. They have high expectations for a personalized user experience that puts them in control – so they can feel confident managing their financial lives. You won’t be competing with your colleagues to develop the next breakthrough technology. We are a team. Some say a family. And our collaborative culture permeates every aspect of our firm. Including tech innovation. Everyone is working toward the same goal: to create technology to make it easier for our clients to do business with us. And when any of us succeed, it’s a win for all of us.

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    Your colleagues will inspire you. And hold you accountable.

    Our vast resources, solid reputation and commitment to making a meaningful difference in people’s lives attract next-level talent that creates an inspiring work environment. You won’t just be working alongside some of the industry’s best – you will be collaborating with them. Our relationships with our clients and each other are, in a word, authentic. And we hold ourselves accountable to both. Building products, services and technologies that strip out the complexity for our branch teams – and elevate our client-centric experience.

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    You can see the future. Because you’re building it.

    Our client-first focus comes with a promise: to think like them, not just about them. So much so that we can anticipate their needs before even they do. How? By staying ahead of changing regulations and mitigating risk for over 7 million clients. Developing new tools and technologies. Creating data driven innovative business solutions. And building automation, agility and nimbleness into our workflows. So we can pivot on a dime. Prepared to solve future challenges before they ever arise.

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Career Progression

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    Start here. Grow your career.

    Service and Operations are known as places that grow and develop top talent at the firm. When you join our large divisions, you’ll have many opportunities to learn outside of your role. We have specialized focus areas, all waiting for you to expand your knowledge and contribution. Develop your skills. Work in many settings. And move down the path that interests you most. As your skills grow, your leader may recommend you for opportunities in other areas. Selflessly losing top talent – all in the name of your development. And the success of the firm.

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    Find your niche. We insist.

    Investment Products & Strategy is home to many areas of expertise. This works to your advantage. And supports your professional development. Working in research but curious about trusts? Check it out. Hired in banking but a trader at heart? Give it a try. Passionate about finding innovative ways to help clients protect their goals? Your leaders will encourage you to explore. Mentor you. And connect you with other leaders and colleagues who can show you the way. And you and your leader will have meaningful, performance and development discussions throughout the year. Not only at your annual review. So as your interests evolve, your leader can help you find the next opportunity. So you can find your niche.

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  • The strength in the solutions we create for our branches and clients comes from seamless integration of our tools; this integration requires close collaboration and communication. As I continue to serve Edward Jones in key initiatives, I know that my network of advocates will continue to grow.

    Chris Koo

    Firm Strategic Enablement Office

    St. Louis Headquarters

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  • Grow your skills – And find your passion.

    Your professional development is our priority. World-class training, mentoring and continuing education – that’s a given. But you can expect so much more. Digital transformation throughout the firm creates a steady stream of opportunities for you to stretch your skills. In different tech areas – and different business areas. We promote collaboration and movement between divisions and departments. And encourage you to understand the business drivers by plugging you into design sprints, research projects and situations where you can see our workflows firsthand. Helping you find your passion, with so many paths to get there.

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    Bring your skills and experience here. We’ll find a place to put them to work.

    Tech? HR? Marketing? Operations? You’ve got the skills. We’ve got the team. We are a large firm with many areas of expertise but each division is small enough for you to make an impact. And you can test the waters in other areas. We encourage it. Learning new skills and gaining leadership experience along the way.

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    When it comes to your compensation, we want to be clear.

    #1 Your performance drives your compensation – and we won’t limit it with earning caps. Not now, not ever.

    #2 Our compensation is competitive and multi-faceted. Commissions and trimester bonuses – based on individual branch and firm profitability – make up the bulk of your variable income. But your total payout may include travel awards and profit sharing. And the opportunity to be rewarded for transitioning client relationships to financial advisors looking to grow.

    #3 Our compensation is simple and transparent. We make it easy to understand how you are rewarded and strive to minimize grid changes. You know exactly what to expect and how to impact your results.

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    Our partnership structure frees you to focus on your clients.

    Being a partnership makes us distinctly different from our competitors. More than a structure, it’s a mindset. And it permeates every aspect of our business. From how we work with each other – think collaboration not competition – to our long-term investment philosophy. It’s most at work in our shared focus on doing what’s right for the client. And it’s easy for us to do. Because we have no competing interests. No shareholders clamoring for short-term profits. We can take the long view, because we only answer to our clients. And to ourselves. Our financial advisors find this single-minded focus freeing. A clear mandate for success. And a clear path to get there.

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    Transitioning your practice is a difficult decision. We’re here to help.

    Moving your practice to another firm may be the most stressful decision of your professional life. We understand. And our transition team is here to help. From early days when you are just beginning to consider the opportunity. To that glorious first day of opening your practice. And our support is not one-size-fits-all. We will tailor your transition to you and your practice – with you leading the way. Ensuring a smooth transition for you and your clients. And a solid path forward for next-level growth.

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    Investing in You

    As a valued branch-team member, you will share in the success of your branch – and the firm. Our market competitive compensation program recognizes your individual contributions, promotes a long-term career, contributes to your financial security and promotes the well-being of you and your family.

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    Investing in You

    As a valued branch team member, you will share in the success of your branch – and the firm. Our market competitive compensation program recognizes your individual contributions, promotes a long-term career, contributes to your financial security and supports the well-being of you and your family.

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