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Principal Financial Group

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Excellent Work/Life balance - IT Leader Principal Financial Group Employee Review

4.0
Mar 23, 2017
Recommend
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Pros

Work/life balance, flexibility, job opportunities, variety, benefits, strong senior leadership, solid financial standing

Cons

Lower base salary, can feel like a number in a big company, less perks through out the years.

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5.0
Jul 19, 2026
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Pros

I like the flexibility in my schedule.

Cons

The work can be stressful at times

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Principal Financial Group Response
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We appreciate you sharing your perspective. We're dedicated to offering flexible work arrangements that honor both the importance employees place on flexibility and the benefits of in-person collaboration when possible.
3.0
Jul 22, 2026
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Principal offers unlimited time off

Cons

Company does not promote from within. If you want to move up in the company (or even move laterally to another department), don’t expect anything more than standardized emails saying you didn’t get the job.

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