Associate Financial Advisor - Workplace Personal Investing

Principal Financial Group • Des Moines, IA

13d • $58,900 - $84,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We’re looking for an Associate Financial Advisor to join our Workplace Personal Investing team! In this position, you will:
Support clients beginning their financial journey by delivering foundational financial advice and client service.
Assist clients with onboarding, basic financial and investment education, and digital planning tools.
Act as the initial point of contact, conducting discovery conversations to understand client goals and referring more complex needs to senior advisors.
For unlicensed talent, the company offers a Pre-Licensure Training Period, during which you will complete required study, training, and preparation activities needed to obtain your regulatory licenses. Licensure is required within 90 days of hire and is an essential component of the role.
What You’ll Do During the Pre‑Licensure Period (First 90 Days)
Participate in required training programs, study sessions, and licensing preparation activities.
Demonstrate consistent progress toward meeting all regulatory licensing requirements.
Complete assigned coursework, checkpoints, and study milestones.
What You’ll Do After Licensure (Activated Upon Licensure)
Once licensed, you will begin full Associate Financial Advisor responsibilities, including client interactions, recommendations, and transactional support aligned with the core duties described above.
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!

Requirements

• Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) required for consideration
• Series 7 and Series 66 (or Series 63 and 65) required, or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire
• Commitment to ongoing professional development, including pursuit of designations such as, ChFC, CFP, CPWA, or equivalent
• Applicable experience in financial services (internships, client service, advisory support, etc.)
• Ability to assess client needs, ask thoughtful questions, and identify solutions aligned to client goals
• Familiarity with financial planning concepts and investment principles
• Strong interest in individual investment strategy and personal planning
• Clear and empathetic communication skills
• Ability to grasp and explain complex topics in simple ways for people to understand
• Self-awareness and teachability
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively
• Comfort with digital tools and willingness to learn new platforms
• Ability to support growth objectives through identifying client needs and referral opportunities

Nice To Haves

• Active Series 7 and Series 66 (or 63 and 65)
• Bachelor’s degree and/or experience in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field

Responsibilities

• Support clients beginning their financial journey by delivering foundational financial advice and client service.
• Assist clients with onboarding, basic financial and investment education, and digital planning tools.
• Act as the initial point of contact, conducting discovery conversations to understand client goals and referring more complex needs to senior advisors.
• Participate in required training programs, study sessions, and licensing preparation activities.
• Demonstrate consistent progress toward meeting all regulatory licensing requirements.
• Complete assigned coursework, checkpoints, and study milestones.
• Begin full Associate Financial Advisor responsibilities, including client interactions, recommendations, and transactional support aligned with the core duties described above.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level