Strategic Projects & Executive Support Lead

Edward Jones; Tempe (AZ); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k retirement plan

Medical and prescription drug coverage

Dental coverage

Paid holidays and vacation

Bonuses and profit sharing

Job summary

Edward Jones, a Fortune 500 financial services firm, is hiring a Senior Market Coordinator to support Market Leaders and lead complex initiatives. This role emphasizes proactive problem solving, strategic planning, and strong stakeholder collaboration.

You will manage events, budgets, travel, and communications, while driving efficiency and process improvements across the Market Coordination department. Ideal candidates bring experience supporting senior leaders, excellence in organization and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Experience supporting senior leaders in project management, operations, coordination, or administrative functions.
• Strong project management skills, including managing multiple priorities.
• Experience with event planning, budgets, travel, calendars, and expenses.
• Strategic thinker with decision-making and risk management abilities.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects and process improvements.
• Excellent organizational, communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint; ability to coach and support team members.
• Handles confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Market Leaders and stakeholders to drive business priorities and market results.
• Anticipate needs, solve problems proactively, and mitigate risks.
• Lead planning and execution of market events, leadership meetings, training programs, and engagement initiatives.
• Manage market budgets, forecasting, compliance, and resource allocation.
• Develop executive communications, presentations, and strategic materials.
• Provide advanced calendar, travel, and administrative support.
• Lead process improvements, strategic initiatives, and cross-functional projects.
• Build strong partnerships, support team development, and handle confidential matters with discretion.
• Operate with autonomy and accountability; influence priorities and resources.
• Contribute to department-wide initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Leadership / coaching

Discretion / confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SharePoint

Job description

Edward Jones, a Fortune 500 financial services firm, is hiring a Senior Market Coordinator to support Market Leaders and lead complex initiatives. This role emphasizes proactive problem solving, strategic planning, and strong stakeholder collaboration.

You will manage events, budgets, travel, and communications, while driving efficiency and process improvements across the Market Coordination department. Ideal candidates bring experience supporting senior leaders, excellence in organization and