Careers in sales
When we invest in you, and you invest in us, great things can happen.
At Principal, sales isn’t just about making a sale. The products and services that our sales team sells, supports, and services all have meaningful impacts in peoples’ lives—from retirement savings to benefits and protection.
“The programs, initiatives, and culture at Principal create an atmosphere where we should all feel comfortable sharing new ideas, challenging ‘the way we’ve always done it,’ and challenging others to look at things in a new way. That kind of openness and willingness to be innovative is the best way for us to grow and thrive in our industry.”
marcus wilcke
Director of sales strategy and support
Common sales roles at Principal
External wholesaler
Sell Principal products and services that meet the company objectives of sales, growth, retention, territory development, and financial results.
Internal wholesaler
Support external wholesalers and producers to increase business unit product sales.
Account/relationship manager
Provide ongoing account management with a focus on servicing existing business, handling escalated service issues, renewing the business, and finding organic ways to grow the business.
Implementation/new business case coordinator
Ensure accurate, timely, and expert implementation of new business.
Pricing/quoting/underwriting
Support pricing, quoting, and competitive positioning of proposals and alternate presentations of product.
Hear from our sales team
“You can make a living and get a paycheck anywhere. But if you’re going to spend the majority of your day with people, they might as well be incredible humans. How does Principal attract such incredible humans? By genuinely caring about them and offering an exceptional benefits package.”
deena bell VP of sales, Retirement and Income Solutions
“Principal has intentionally and unapologetically pursued a world in which greater financial inclusion is available to all while also fostering a work environment that allows employees to be their true selves. I’ve seen first-hand the commitment of our leaders, managers, and employees to this purpose.”
Morgan moore Senior sales representative
“Our mission of helping people save enough, protect enough, and have enough is what keeps me going.”
kevin price Sales representative
Recent sales job openings
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