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You’ll see our commitment to your success \u2013 even before you land the job.<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>
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Being an Edward Jones financial advisor is a rewarding career \u2013 where you can make a difference in others\u2019 lives and, most importantly, your own. It offers autonomy and unlimited potential. But it\u2019s challenging, and it takes a special person to be up for the task.<\/p>\n

Our application and interview process is extensive. But for the right individual, it\u2019s just the beginning of our commitment to your success.<\/p>\n

You\u2019re hired \u2013 now what?<\/h2>\n

Congratulations! Landing a job as an Edward Jones financial advisor is something to be proud of. You wouldn\u2019t have made it this far unless success was within reach.<\/p>\n

Throughout the interview process, we told you about our world-class training, outstanding support and professional development opportunities. First things first – you have a few tests to take.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>
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Job One: Hit the books!<\/h3>\n
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Your first assignment will be to study for your industry exams. To become registered to offer securities, securities laws and regulations require that all financial advisors pass:<\/p>\n

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  • Canadian Securities Course (CSC)<\/li>\n
  • Conduct and Practices Handbook Course (CPH)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    In order to become registered to offer Insurance products, financial advisors also must complete the Life License Qualification Program (LLQP).<\/p>\n

    Prepare to buckle down \u2013 but not alone<\/h4>\n

    The financial services industry is complex \u2013 and always changing. As a financial advisor, you\u2019re expected to understand the investments available to your clients, regulations surrounding client suitability and the general rules of the industry. And you\u2019ll want to have a solid understanding of all of it \u2013 so you can deliver tailored solutions to clients with confidence.<\/p>\n

    Preparing for the CSC, CPH and LLQP exams is challenging and time consuming.<\/p>\n

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    • Trainees commit a minimum of 45 hours of study each week over the study period<\/strong> in preparation for the exams.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Get paid while you study<\/h4>\n

      During onboarding, you will become a full-time associate of Edward Jones and will receive compensation on a bi-weekly basis. This will allow you to focus on training and development as you study for your licenses and begin to learn business-building strategies.<\/p>\n

      Everything you need to succeed<\/h4>\n

      Our study program will provide you all the support you need to pass the CSC, CPH and LLQP exams. Count on:<\/p>\n

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      • Comprehensive study materials and practice tests<\/li>\n
      • A study team that will monitor your progress and answer questions about the material<\/li>\n
      • Tools and resources to help you along the way<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>
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        Job Two: Virtual and in-person learning<\/h3>\n
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        During the study period, you’ll participate in distance learning sessions to help you gain industry and investment knowledge. You’ll also benefit from support and collaboration with other financial advisors in your area. Near the end of the onboarding period, you’ll travel to Edward Jones headquarters in Mississauga, ON for in-person training and workshops with other financial advisors in training. These sessions provide a great opportunity to interact, collaborate and brainstorm with your peers from across the country \u2013 as you prepare to build your practice.<\/p>\n

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        • Know Your Client<\/li>\n
        • Launch Your Practice<\/li>\n
        • Practice Development Program<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>
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          Job Three: Let\u2019s open your office!<\/h3>\n
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          Finally \u2013 you\u2019re ready to start building your practice in a branch office in the community of your choice..<\/p>\n

          This is when our legendary support systems really kick in. And it\u2019s what we mean by \u201con your own, but never alone.\u201d As an Edward Jones financial advisor, you will have access to professional coaching to help you integrate what you\u2019ve learned in training into your practice. Both home-office and field consultants will help you as you build your business \u2013 always. We’ll never stop being there to help you and provide learning opportunities.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section><\/p><\/div>

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