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Principal Financial Group

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Principal Financial Group reviews

3.8

72% would recommend to a friend

(2,589 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 2,589 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
4.0
Nov 3, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Decent pay and retirement benefits. Good culture.

Cons

Overall benefits package has become less enticing.

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Principal Financial Group Response
7mo
Thanks for sharing your perspective. We appreciate your feedback as it helps us to grow and improve.
1.0
Nov 1, 2025

Average salary

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Office management politics, worst culture

Cons

Worst work culture no good policies

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Principal Financial Group Response
7mo
Thank you for your feedback. We take concerns about work culture very seriously. Principal is committed to fostering a culture of fairness, inclusion, and growth. We encourage employees to have open conversations with their leaders and to use confidential feedback channels to share concerns. Your input helps us continue aligning our practices with industry standards and employee expectations.
5.0
Oct 29, 2025

Good work culture

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Work culture Learning work life balance good requirements

Cons

I think nothing as of now

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Principal Financial Group Response
7mo
Thank you for your feedback. We’re thrilled to hear that you’re enjoying your experience and finding value in the work-life balance and learning opportunities.
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