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Principal Financial Group

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Principal Financial Group reviews

3.8

71% would recommend to a friend

(2,586 total reviews)
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Deanna Strable

81% approve of CEO

68% positive business outlook

Principal Financial Group has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 2,586 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
Feb 23, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

A well-organized company provides various benefits aimed at enhancing employee well-being and productivity. Comprehensive health insurance options covering medical, dental, and vision care ensure that employees have access to necessary healthcare.

Cons

The team leader consistently fails to motivate and engage the group, leading to a lack of productivity and cohesion. Their inability to set clear goals or provide constructive feedback has resulted in confusion and frustration among team members. As a result, deadlines are often missed, and team morale is low, ultimately impacting the overall performance of the team.

3.0
Feb 23, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Well known brand in the midwest - nice colleagues

Cons

Not well known in New England, poor leadership, fend for yourself, make money off your friends and family

5.0
Feb 21, 2025

Great place to work

Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Lots of opportunity to grow and change over a career.

Cons

Large and complex organization globally and politically.

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Principal Financial Group Response
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