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Principal Financial Group

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Principal Financial Group reviews

3.8

73% would recommend to a friend

(2,597 total reviews)
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Deanna Strable

79% approve of CEO

71% positive business outlook

Principal Financial Group has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 2,597 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
3.0
Oct 4, 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good platform, infrastructure, location, and networking

Cons

Lack of mentoring, commission only, you are on your own

5.0
Oct 1, 2024

Good workplace

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good working environment and growth opportunities

Cons

Not very many cons here

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Principal Financial Group Response
1y
Thank you for taking the time to share perspective. We're invested in building the best possible experience for our employees, including interns and appreciate your feedback.
4.0
Sep 17, 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Midwestern values, Best place to live in Iowa. Great entry-level employer

Cons

Limited promotion potential in some areas of the business, flat salaries

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Principal Financial Group Response
1y
Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback. As a Principal employee, you set the tone for your career. We offer a variety of opportunities for career growth and development. From growth assignments to learning courses and training programs.
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