Principal Financial Group Inc

Marketing Senior Strategist (Product Marketing)

Principal Financial Group Inc$104K — $187K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree (BA or BS) or equivalent experience.
  • 6+ years of experience in marketing, product marketing, or content strategy.
  • Strong understanding of modern marketing principles and customer engagement.
  • Experience developing strategic marketing programs that drive measurable results.
  • Ability to translate research and market insights into actionable recommendations.
  • Excellent strategic thinking and content development skills.
  • Proven ability to influence stakeholders across cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the lead marketing strategist for B2B content related to Workplace Personal Investing and managed account initiatives.
  • Develop and manage impactful sales enablement materials, including value propositions and messaging frameworks.
  • Collaborate with business leaders and product teams to align messaging and market strategies.
  • Create innovative content that enhances customer relationships and drives business growth.
  • Develop customer journey content that supports marketing campaigns and improves adoption rates.
  • Utilize customer research and industry trends to inform marketing decisions and recommendations.
  • Measure and analyze marketing results to optimize future campaigns.

Benefits

  • Flexible Time Off (FTO) provided to allow for personal time without a fixed accrual system.
  • Eligible for pension benefits.
  • Opportunity for career growth through collaboration with various teams and leaders within the company.
Full Job Description
What You'll Do

As a Senior Marketing Strategist, you'll play a key role in advancing some of our most important growth priorities, including managing the B2B content for Workplace Personal Investing (WPI), participant advice, participant experience, and managed accounts. You'll help shape how we bring these solutions to market, tell compelling stories, and deliver meaningful value to plan sponsors, distribution partners and intermediaries. This role sits within Product Marketing and serves as a strategic partner across the business, collaborating with product leaders, sales, relationship management, research, compliance, and marketing teams to drive business growth and market adoption.

As a Senior Marketing Strategist, you'll lead the development and execution of marketing strategies and content that support key business priorities and customer experiences.

In this role, you will:
  • Serve as the lead marketing strategist and content owner for B2B content for Workplace Personal Investing, participant advice, participant experience, and managed account initiatives.
  • Develop and manage core go-to-market and sales enablement materials, including value propositions, messaging frameworks, presentations, client-facing content, launch communications, and strategic marketing assets.
  • Partner with business leaders, product teams, sales, relationship management, research, compliance, and marketing stakeholders to align messaging and market strategies.
  • Create innovative content that builds demand, strengthens customer relationships, and supports business growth.
  • Develop content that supports customer journeys, marketing campaigns, and strategic initiatives that improve customer experiences and increase adoption of products and services.
  • Leverage customer research, competitive intelligence, market dynamics, and industry trends to inform marketing recommendations and business decisions.
  • Translate insights and analytics into actionable marketing strategies and business implications.
  • Measure, analyze, and communicate results, using data-driven insights to optimize future marketing efforts.
  • Influence and gain alignment from leaders and stakeholders across all levels of the organization to advance strategic priorities and deliver impactful customer experiences.


Who You Are

  • Bachelor's degree (BA or BS) or equivalent experience.
  • 6+ years of experience in marketing, product marketing, or content strategy?
  • Strong understanding of modern marketing principles, go-to-market strategy, and customer engagement.
  • Experience developing strategic marketing programs and campaigns that drive measurable business results.
  • Ability to translate research, analytics, and market insights into actionable recommendations.
  • Excellent strategic thinking, communication, and content development skills.
  • Proven ability to influence stakeholders and build alignment across cross-functional teams.
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities and deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in financial services, retirement, wealth management, investment management, or related industries.
  • Knowledge of retirement plan participants, workplace investing, financial wellness, advice solutions, or managed accounts.
  • Understanding of the end-to-end customer journey and customer experience strategy.
  • Familiarity with competitive market dynamics, industry trends, and evolving customer needs.
  • Experience creating sales enablement content, thought leadership, product messaging, and go-to-market communications.

What Sets You Apart
  • You can simplify complex topics into clear, compelling stories.
  • You excel at partnering across teams and influencing without direct authority.
  • You combine customer empathy, business acumen, and strategic thinking to drive meaningful outcomes.
  • You're energized by helping bring innovative products and experiences to market.

Additional Information
  • Some travel required, including occasional overnight travel.
  • This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with leaders across Product, Sales, Relationship Management, Research, Compliance, and Marketing while influencing key growth priorities for the business.

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

$104400 - $187200 / year

Salary Details

The following locations are examples of market-specific salary ranges across different geographies.
  • Grand Island, NE / Wichita, KS: $104,400 - $140,400 / year
  • Des Moines, IA / Tampa, FL: $110,200 - $148,200 / year
  • Charlotte, NC / Dallas, TX: $116,000 - $156,000/ year
  • Chicago, IL / Denver, CO / Minneapolis, MN: $127,600 - $171,600 / year
  • Los Angeles, CA / New York City, NY: $139,200 - $187,200 / 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 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.

About Principal Financial Group Inc

Principal Financial Group Inc Careers

Join the dynamic team at Principal Financial Group Inc, a global leader in investment management and retirement services. At Principal, we are committed to helping individuals and businesses achieve financial security and success, making now the perfect time to explore job opportunities with us.

Work You’ll Do

Embark on a career at Principal Financial Group Inc and contribute to our mission of empowering financial well-being across the globe. Our company offers a wide range of positions, from finance to technology, where your skills will help shape the future of financial services.

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At Principal, innovation and leadership go hand in hand. We provide a platform where your ideas can lead to groundbreaking financial solutions, driving growth and efficiency. Join our team and be at the forefront of industry-leading projects that redefine what is possible in the financial sector.

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Principal Financial Group Inc is not just a company; it's a place where you can grow professionally and personally. We support career advancement through professional development programs, leadership training, and opportunities for networking and mentorship. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that all team members have the opportunity to succeed.

Experience Our Culture

Our culture is built on collaboration, respect, and a commitment to excellence. We believe in fostering a supportive environment where every team member’s contribution is valued. Enjoy benefits that support both your professional and personal life, and work alongside colleagues who are passionate about making a difference.

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Whether you're starting your career or looking to make a significant impact in your professional journey, Principal offers a range of internship and employment opportunities. Gain hands-on experience, work on real-world projects, and learn from leaders in the financial industry.

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At Principal, your growth is our priority. Enhance your professional skills through comprehensive training programs and connect with industry leaders and peers through our robust networking events. Our commitment to your development is unwavering, as we believe it is fundamental to our collective success.

Explore Careers at Principal Financial Group Inc

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Learn more about Principal Financial Group Inc
Size
18,600 employees
Market Cap
$20.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.3 billion
5 Year Trend
+2.7%
Revenue
$14.7 billion
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