Job Description

What You'll Do:

As an Investment Data Operations Analyst on our Data Operations Team in our Des Moines office, you'll independently perform daily tasks, data analysis, investment valuation, and ad hoc requests to support the investment lifecycle within a global infrastructure. The team operates in a fast-paced environment that places an emphasis on continuous learning, collaboration, and maintaining an equitable and fun working environment.
Here are additional examples of the types of things you'll do:

Collect and verify investment data while ensuring accurate and up to date security information is shared across various operational systems encompassing multiple asset classes including Fixed Income, Equities, and Derivatives. Support global investment initiatives through participation in projects, process reviews and/or system improvements. Proactively diagnose and manage high risk issues by reviewing and identifying operational improvements to ensure that data is handled and processed accurately and effectively throughout the investment lifecycle. Conduct special analyses and/or studies to ensure quality standards are met including data governance and audit requirements. Collaborate and partner with internal and external personnel to obtain information to resolve issues. Enhance understanding of Principal Global Investors' products, team procedures, and clients' needs.

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, or equivalent, in accounting, finance, economics or business required. A minimum of 1+ years' work experience in investment/mutual fund operations or related field preferred. Excellent analytical, problem solving, interpersonal, time management and communication skills. High degree of accuracy and attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate and timely information. Strong prioritization and flexibility as business needs change.

Skills That Will Help You Stand Out:

Knowledge of financial services and investment related terminology. Ability to build strong working relationships, exercise flexibility and effectively connect with internal and external contacts at all levels. Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment under limited direct supervision. Bloomberg knowledge, SQL, and/or bot development.

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: $28.31 - $38.36 / hour Time Off Program: Personal Time Off (PTO) is provided to hourly (non-exempt) employees and provides a set amount of accrued time earned each pay period. Employees can use their PTO for vacation, personal or short-term illness. Pension Eligible: No Additional Information:

Location

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This role will be based out of our World Headquarters located in Des Moines, IA.

Work Environments

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This role offers the ability for in-office or four days in-office and one day remote. 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 candidates that need any type of immigration sponsorship now or in the future or those needing work authorization for this role. (This includes, but is not limited to students on F1-OPT, F1-CPT, J-1, etc.)


Nonimmigrant Workers and Green Card for Employment-Based Immigrants

Investment Code of Ethics

For Principal Global Investors 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. Date First Posted (TTF): 12/4/2025 Latest Post Date: Careers - US: 12/4/2025