Edward Jones hosting Diversity Career Fair on Oct. 3

Financial-services firm Edward Jones will host its eighth annual Diversity Career Event from 4:30 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 3, at the firm’s headquarters, 12555 Manchester Road in Des Peres.

Edward Jones offers a broad range of opportunities for talented professionals in areas such as finance, internal audit, service and operations, human resources, training and development and compliance.

Firm representatives also will be available to discuss the financial advisor and branch office administrator roles in St. Louis and around the country.

“For our firm to be successful, we must succeed at attracting, retaining and developing a talented and diverse workforce to serve the needs of our clients,” said Emily Pitts, Edward Jones’ principal responsible for inclusion and diversity. “The Diversity Career Event is a unique opportunity for job seekers to meet Edward Jones hiring leaders and learn more about the exciting careers available at the firm.”

Attendees will have the opportunity to meet with recruiters and leaders from every division of the firm. At 5 p.m. that evening, Anthony McBride, the firm’s chief human resources officer, will welcome attendees and share a few words about careers at Edward Jones.

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