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Principal Financial Group

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Principal Financial Group reviews

3.8

72% would recommend to a friend

(2,587 total reviews)
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Deanna Strable

81% approve of CEO

69% positive business outlook

Principal Financial Group has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 2,587 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
5.0
Apr 7, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Great company Decent pay WFH flexibility

Cons

Very corporate feel Call center adjacent Center is open til 9pm so hours can be late

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Principal Financial Group Response
2mo
Thank you for taking the time to provide this feedback. Your input is valuable as we work to improve as an employer.
4.0
Mar 30, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Nice culture Progressive Growth opportunities

Cons

Culture highly depends on ur team manager. Even the hikes depend on BU more than individual performance

5.0
Mar 20, 2026

eXCExcelent

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good Pay Good Benefits Good Office Good Culture Good Work Life Balance

Cons

Nothing Nothing Nothing Nothing Nothing

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Principal Financial Group Response
2mo
Thank you for taking the time to write a thoughtful review! We appreciate your note; it’s so helpful and reaffirming for us as we strive to create the best possible experience for our employees.
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