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Principal Financial Group

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Decent pay, very busy job - Retirement Specialist III Principal Financial Group Employee Review

3.0
Feb 22, 2022
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Pros

You can make decent bonuses and pay increases as you learn more and are able to handle more advanced clients. At my peak I made about $23/hr.

Cons

You are seen as a number. Some people have worked here for 20+ years and are barely managers, which is sad! This is a job for people who are okay with always taking orders from someone.

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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
6d
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
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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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Principal Financial Group Response
12h
We're grateful you took the time to provide your feedback. Input like yours helps us continue to improve as an employer.
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