[Hiring] Compliance Advisor @Principal Financial Group

Role Description

Join our Benefits & Protection - Workplace Benefits Compliance team as a Compliance Advisor supporting regulatory excellence in the group insurance space! You'll partner with business leaders to ensure compliance with laws and regulations and help enhance our compliance testing programs.

• Advise business partners and compliance leadership on complex legal, regulatory, and operational issues.
• Conduct compliance risk assessments and targeted testing across Workplace Benefits products.
• Analyze compliance data and provide insights to drive informed decision-making.
• Review and strengthen compliance controls and business processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop practical, risk-aware solutions.
• Assist in preparing for and responding to regulatory exams and other inquiries.
• Evaluate insurance operations, including Third Party Administration testing.
• Partner with the business to help design creative solutions for complex customer needs and business processes.
• Participate on highly visible special projects critical to business unit and corporate growth initiatives.
• Identify and implement enhancements to the compliance program.
• Build and sustain strong relationships with colleagues throughout the enterprise.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of compliance experience within a financial services organization, including 2+ years in compliance risk testing.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required; JD or MBA preferred and may substitute for some required experience.
• Deep knowledge of group insurance regulations.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, including regulatory correspondence.
• Proactive mindset with a drive to improve processes.
• Ability to build trusted partnerships across all levels of the organization.
• Willingness to travel 1–2 times per year.

Requirements

• Proven experience managing and enhancing a compliance risk testing program.
• Strong track record of navigating complex regulatory environments within the insurance or financial services sectors.
• Ability to design and implement effective compliance initiatives aligned with business goals.
• Skilled at balancing regulatory precision with practical, business-friendly solutions.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, high-stakes environments with tight deadlines.
• Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to influence across functions and levels.
• Detail-oriented with strong strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Passion for driving continuous improvement in compliance standards and controls.

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): $104400 - $187200 / year
• Wichita, KS: $104,400 - $140,400 / year
• Des Moines, IA: $110,200 - $148,200 / year
• Charlotte, NC: $116,000 - $156,000 / year
• Chicago/Minneapolis: $127,600 - $171,600 / year
• Los Angeles/New York City: $139,200 - $187,200 / year

Work Authorization/Sponsorship

At this time, we are not considering applicants who require any form of immigration sponsorship to work in the United States now or in the future. This includes F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, and similar visas.

Investment Ethics Code

In Principal Asset Management positions, you are required to observe an Investment Code of Ethics regarding conduct and personal trading for yourself and those living with you. Other positions within the organization may have similar obligations.

Company Description

At Principal, we believe in forming connections both personally and professionally. Together, we’re crafting a future for financial services that is guided by purpose – and that begins with you. Our success depends on the outstanding experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our employees. We provide support to our employees in the same way as our customers. Our inclusive and competitive benefits protect physical, financial, and social well-being.

• 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: 8/11/2026
• Most Recently Posted Date: 8/11/2026

AI in Recruitment

Principal uses artificial intelligence tools to assist in reviewing and evaluating job applications, fraud prevention, and candidate matching and comparisons. These AI tools support our human recruiters in the initial review process but do not make final hiring decisions without human involvement. By submitting your application, you acknowledge this use of AI in our recruitment process.