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Principal Financial Group

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Principal Financial Group reviews

3.9

72% would recommend to a friend

(2,579 total reviews)
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Deanna Strable

82% approve of CEO

69% positive business outlook

Principal Financial Group has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 2,579 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 Finanzas industry (3.7 stars).

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3K reviews
4.0
Mar 17, 2026

Its gud

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good culture and professionalism is practised here.

Cons

Growth opportunities are comparatively less.

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Principal Financial Group Response
2mo
Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback. 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.
2.0
Mar 14, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Flexible, nice teammates, work can be a learning opportunity to grow skills.

Cons

Pay is subpar, management is opaque, find the right team otherwise you will start to ponder what on earth you're doing there, weird feedback system.

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Principal Financial Group Response
2mo
We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Feedback like yours enables us to grow and get better.
5.0
Mar 14, 2026

Great job

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Decent pay and they pay for your licenses and let you work from home 3 days a week +

Cons

Busy job, almost constant phone time. High stress and very much a sales role.

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Principal Financial Group Response
2mo
Thank you for your feedback. We value your perspective as it helps us become a better employer.
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