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Principal Financial Group

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Principal Financial Group reviews

3.8

74% would recommend to a friend

(412 total reviews)
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Deanna Strable

81% approve of CEO

72% positive business outlook

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5.0
Mar 25, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Remote work, great training, salary increases, lots of department options

Cons

Hard to move up in certain areas.

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Principal Financial Group Response
1y
We appreciate your note; it’s so helpful and reaffirming for us as we strive to create the best possible experience for our employees. As a Principal employee, you set the tone for your career. While there's no "one size fits all" training solution, we offer a variety of opportunities for career growth and development. From growth assignments to learning courses and training programs. We encourage you to explore these opportunities via our intranet.
3.0
Mar 24, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Opportunities to move about the company and explore other career choices. Cash balance plan. ESOP. Unlimited PTO. Work life balance is encouraged.

Cons

Lack luster leadership. Do not pay above the midpoint of the salary range. Easy to feel like just a number...too large of a company to feel like you matter. Some areas have a toxic work environment.

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Principal Financial Group Response
1y
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We appreciate hearing about your personal experience and are glad to learn you enjoy the work-life balance and unique work perks we offer. At Principal, we seek to foster an innovative and collaborative culture. In that spirit we encourage you to visit the HR Service Center to provide your feedback on leadership concerns.
3.0
Mar 18, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Flexible schedule Left alone for a majority of the day Decent pay decent vacation time

Cons

Management is overbearing Micromanages everything you do Had way to many people that you "report" too

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Principal Financial Group Response
1y
Thank you for sharing your experience. We appreciate your feedback as it helps us to grow and improve.
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