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Principal Financial Group

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Principal Financial Group reviews

3.8

72% would recommend to a friend

(2,585 total reviews)
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Deanna Strable

82% approve of CEO

68% positive business outlook

Principal Financial Group has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 2,585 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
Nov 23, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Generally has a very good work culture, excellent benefits and perks, and people are mostly professional. Depending on where you're at, you might be able to do work that feels somewhat meaningful. Some of the perks include unlimited time off (that they actually encourage you to take), walkstations, and a gym/health-center. Compensation seems fairly average.

Cons

Lots of corporate jargon used, and some of the financial concepts can be tough to grasp depending on your field. A company this size also means that when you have an issue, you might have to find a few different people before you get to someone who can help, and you may have to submit tickets and wait on them in the process. You also likely have on-call duties if you're an engineer, which can vary widely depending on your team's applications. No overnight on-call though, they're 12-hour shifts.

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Principal Financial Group Response
6mo
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 working with your team members and our unique work perks. Please know your feedback is invaluable for us as we continue to learn, grow, and improve.
5.0
Nov 22, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Company culture is really good and for female employees it is the best as the higher management is quite understanding and company provides many perks.

Cons

I can't think of any cons.

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Principal Financial Group Response
5mo
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you value our company culture and the supportive environment for female employees. We strive to create an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and empowered, and we’re glad our efforts are making a positive impact.
3.0
Nov 20, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Good leaves perk, no need for manager approval

Cons

RTO is not fitting in with the culture

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Principal Financial Group Response
5mo
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to hear you appreciate our leave policies and the flexibility they provide. Our current hybrid work model—typically three days in-office—is aligned with global and industry standards to foster collaboration, innovation, and team connection. We understand that transitions can be challenging, and we encourage open conversations with your leader to explore any flexibility needed based on individual circumstances.
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