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HR Data Analyst I

Principal Financial Group
Des Moines, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/19/2026
What You'll Do

We’re looking for a HR Data Analyst I to join our Human Resources Business Partner team. In this role, you’ll play a vital role in optimizing our HR processes and initiatives through data analysis and insights generation! You'll work closely with our HR team, applying analytical skills and expertise to interpret HR data, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations to enhance our workforce strategies.

 

  • Collect, compile, and analyze HR data from various sources, including employee records, performance evaluations, surveys, and HRIS systems. Conduct thorough data analysis to identify patterns, trends, and correlations related to employee demographics, performance, retention, and other key HR metrics.
  • Prepare comprehensive reports and dashboards to visualize HR metrics and trends for internal partners, including HR leaders, department heads, and senior management. Develop standardized and ad-hoc reports to support HR decision-making processes. Present findings and recommendations in a clear and concise manner, using data visualization techniques to communicate complex information effectively.
  • Collaborate with HR business partners and functional teams to understand organizational goals and objectives. Provide analytical support to inform HR strategy development, workforce planning, and talent management initiatives. Find opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains within HR operations, using data-driven insights to drive continuous improvement.
  • Monitor HR data integrity and ensure compliance with data governance standards.

 

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 Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in HR or HR analytics, with a strong understanding of HR processes and metrics.
  • Proficiency in excel tools and data visualization software (e.g., Power BI).
  • Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data sets and generate actionable insights.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical partners.
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and data integrity.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

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)

$57000 - $77900 / 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 Des Moines, IA. You’ll work with your leader to figure out which option may align best based on several factors.

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

2/19/2025
Most Recently Posted Date

2/19/2025

Salary : $57,000 - $77,900

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