What You'll Do

Investor Relations has an exciting opportunity and is looking to hire an Assistant Financial Director. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of financial markets, exceptional communication skills, and a proven track record in investor relations. This is a great opportunity to lead and contribute in our investor relations initiatives and drive the continued success and growth of Principal!

 Key aspects of the role include:

• Develop and implement an effective investor relations strategy to enhance Principal’s reputation and credibility among investors, analysts, and the financial industry.
• Collaborate with the corporative leadership team to develop financial messaging and ensure consistent and accurate communication of Principal’s financial results and growth prospects to the investment community.
• Conduct thorough financial analysis and research to pinpoint trends and variations promptly, providing valuable insights for investor relations and aiding decision-making processes. Offer recommendations as needed to optimize investor relations strategies.
• Lead projects that could involve coordination of several business areas.

Operating at the intersection of financial services and technology, Principal builds financial tools that help our customers live better lives. We take pride in being a purpose-led firm, motivated by our mission to make financial security accessible to all. Our mission, integrity, and customer focus have made us a trusted leader for more than 140 years!

Who You Are

• Bachelor's degree in math, actuarial science, finance or related field preferred.
• 6 years of relevant experience.
• Strong management and organizational skills including the ability to select, train, coach, develop and motivate team members
• Skilled in collaborating with a variety of partners, including leadership, institutional investors, individual shareholders, and equity analysts with ability to influence others 
• Strong skills in communicating with all levels of the organization and easily translating complex topics for others to understand
• Demonstrates the ability to embrace and understand the change process, and effectively guides others through change
• Travel is not required but there could be opportunities to travel, if desired.

Salary Range Information
Salary ranges below reflect targeted base salaries. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation for all roles will be based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.
Salary Range (Non-Exempt expressed as hourly; Exempt expressed as yearly)
$123000 - $185000 / year
Time Off Program
Flexible Time Off (FTO) is provided to salaried (exempt) employees and provides the opportunity to take time away from the office with pay for vacation, personal or short-term illness. Employees don’t accrue a bank of time off under FTO and there is no set number of days provided.
Pension Eligible
Yes
Additional Information

Work Environments

This role offers in-office, and hybrid (blending at least three office days in a typical workweek) work arrangements in our Des Moines, IA office. You’ll work with your leader to determine what option may align best based on several factors.

We are willing to consider hiring at the next level (Financial Director), with the right experience.

Work Authorization/Sponsorship

At this time, we're not considering applicants that need any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but IS NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc. For additional information around work authorization needs please use the following links.

Nonimmigrant Workers and Green Card for Employment-Based Immigrants

Investment Code of Ethics

For Principal Asset Management positions, you’ll need to follow an Investment Code of Ethics related to personal and business conduct as well as personal trading activities for you and members of your household. These same requirements may also apply to other positions across the organization.

Experience Principal

At Principal, we value connecting on both a personal and professional level. Together, we’re imagining a more purpose-led future for financial services – and that starts with you. Our success depends on the unique experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our employees. And we support our employees the same way we support our customers: with comprehensive, competitive benefit offerings crafted to protect their physical, financial, and social well-being. Check out our careers site to learn more about our purpose, values and benefits.

Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Posting Window
We will accept applications for 3 full days following the Original Posting Date, after which the posting may remain open or be removed based upon applications received. If we choose to post the job again, we will accept additional applications for at least 1 full day following the Most Recently Posted Date. Please submit applications in a timely manner as there is no guarantee the posting will be available beyond the applicable deadline.
Original Posting Date
5/20/2024
Most Recently Posted Date
5/20/2024