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Principal Financial Group

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Principal Financial Group reviews

3.8

72% would recommend to a friend

(2,594 total reviews)
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Deanna Strable

78% approve of CEO

70% positive business outlook

Principal Financial Group has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 2,594 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Principal Financial Group employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Financial Services industry (3.7 stars).

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3K reviews
4.0
Feb 23, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Remote possible but becoming less likely as everyone living near HQ has been hybrid since 2023.

Cons

Must work Central Time Hours. Company is beginning to consolidate into DSM area.

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Principal Financial Group Response
4mo
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.
5.0
Jan 30, 2026

Excellent Company

Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Flexible time off Employees are empowered Competitive salary and benefits

Cons

Large company so internal mobility can be challenging because it's very competitive.

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Principal Financial Group Response
5mo
Thank you for taking the time to provide this feedback. Your input is valuable as we work to improve as an employer.
4.0
Jan 23, 2026

Always changing

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Ambitious goals to help drive business results, good matching, HDHP premiums are low but expenses are high, pension plan

Cons

Management wants to make each decision, difficult to work without approval up the chain.

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Principal Financial Group Response
5mo
Thanks for sharing your perspective. We appreciate your feedback as it helps us to grow and improve.
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