Pension Administrator jobs in Iowa

We’re looking for a Financial or Data Analyst to join our Pension Risk Transfer (PRT) team. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to impact our business in a meaningful way having a hand in all aspects for Pension Risk Transfer.

• Coding pricing model enhancements, and supporting Individual Case pricing initiatives
• Developing data and analytics work related to assumptions.
• Collaborating with multiple business partners, and communicating financial results to senior leadership and key partners across the Principal enterprise.
• Assist in various product initiatives and enhancements.

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!

• Bachelor's degree in math, actuarial science, finance, analytics or related field.
• 4 years of relevant experience, pricing or coding experience preferred.
• · A strong foundation in understanding actuarial concepts including life contingencies and interest theory.
• Skill in R programming language (or similar – i.e. Python – with the ability to quickly learn R).
• Self motivated with excellent problem solving, leadership, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, customer service and organizational skills required.
• Demonstrates the ability to embrace and understand the change process, and effectively guides others through change.
• Knowledge of Excel and VBA required.

Skills That Will Help You Stand Out

• Knowledge of Defined Benefit plans/valuation or PRT pricing (or similar products) strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of SQL/Relational Databases and SAS programming preferred.
• Experience with AWS is a plus.

Job Level

We’ll consider talent at the next level with the right experiences and skills.

Work Environments

This role offers in-office, and hybrid (blending at least three office days in a typical workweek) work arrangements from our Des Moines, IA headquarter office. 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 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.

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.