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Principal Financial Group

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Principal Financial Group reviews

3.8

71% would recommend to a friend

(2,585 total reviews)
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Deanna Strable

81% approve of CEO

67% 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
1.0
Jul 26, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

can get away with doing nothing for at least a few months

Cons

New CEO is focused on ensuring there isn't another activist .. why don't you focus on running the business efficiently instead?

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Principal Financial Group Response
10mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. At Principal, we seek to foster an innovative and collaborative culture. In that spirit, we encourage you to visit the HR Service Center to provide your feedback.
5.0
Jul 26, 2025

Great experience

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Work environment , career growth , work life balance balance

Cons

Nothing to dislike . All good

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Principal Financial Group Response
10mo
Thank you for your feedback. We’re thrilled to hear that you’re enjoying the work environment, finding opportunities for career growth, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
3.0
Jul 24, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good perks and benefits like cab and cafeteria, work life balance

Cons

Lower opportunities for growth in career

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Principal Financial Group Response
10mo
Thanks for sharing your feedback. We encourage you to discuss transparently with your leaders about engaging in cross-functional or stretch projects and career growth.
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