Internal Wholesaler - Annuities

Internal Wholesaler

Come join our Annuities team as an Internal Wholesaler! This role partners closely with your Regional Vice President to increase annuity sales. You'll be the subject matter expert on annuities to help registered representatives in a meaningful way to impact business. Activities will include but not limited to : actively contacting agents and other target audiences to educate on our annuity products, assist in developing annuity sales ideas and competitive products, providing marketing support to better provide awareness of our products, be the go-to for agents to help address problems on cases as they arise, and serve on committees to work on special projects in sales or other related areas.

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! Apply today!

Who You Are

Bachelor's degree or eight years of equivalent experience, and 4+ years related experience in financial services (sales or annuity experience preferred). Effective oral and written communication, math, presentation, and negotiation skills required. Must be able to speak clearly. Occasional travel may be required for conferences. Licenses and / or exams necessary for this position include : FINRA Series 6 and 63 exams. Maintaining all applicable licenses is required for continued employment in this position.

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) : $54000 - $98400 / 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.

Location

This role can be located remotely within the DC region or in Des Moines. If located within 30 miles of the Des Moines, it is an office hybrid role that has three designated days in the office and two remote days weekly. For candidates 30 miles outside of Des Moines, it will be a fully remote position.

Job Level

Open to hiring at the Sr. Internal Wholesaler level for the right skills and experiences. 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.) 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.

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 11 / 13 / 2025 Most Recently Posted Date 11 / 13 / 2025 LinkedIn Hashtag #LI-BS1