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Principal Financial Group

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Principal Financial Group reviews

3.8

72% would recommend to a friend

(2,595 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 2,595 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
5.0
Mar 26, 2025

Great company culture

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Professional environment, great leaders and challenging work

Cons

Pay, flexibility, reduced benefits, required to be in office

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Principal Financial Group Response
1y
We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Your feedback is an important part of our growth as an employer.
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.
5.0
Mar 23, 2025

Wonderful Employer

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

- Pension - ESPP (employer stock program) - Hybrid (flexible workspace) - Bonus - Flexible Time off

Cons

- upward mobility sometimes lacking -

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Principal Financial Group Response
1y
Thank you for taking the time to write a thoughtful review! We appreciate hearing about your personal experience and are glad to learn that you enjoy our unique work perks. 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.
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