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Content Marketing Strategist

Principal Financial Services

Des Moines, IA
Full Time
Mid Level
82k-115k
10 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

Principal Financial Group is hiring a Content Marketing Strategist to join their Retirement Income Solutions Marketing team. The role involves supporting diverse content creation across print and digital platforms to engage audiences, contributing to business growth through storytelling and strategic content, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive messaging and brand representation. Operating at the intersection of financial services and technology, Principal aims to make financial security accessible to all and has a trusted legacy of over 140 years.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support diverse content creation across print and digital platforms to effectively engage audiences.
  • Contribute to business growth through storytelling, strategic content creation, and campaign activation aimed at showcasing products, services, and capabilities.
  • Work with marketing partners to suggest content ideas and implement coordinated marketing campaigns across various channels and platforms.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and business partners to ensure cohesive messaging and brand representation.
  • Plan, develop, build, and publish engaging content aligned with central initiatives.
  • Write, edit, proofread, and offer constructive feedback to ensure consistency with brand voice and style.
  • Translate complex concepts into clear, concise, reader-friendly, and compelling marketing copy.
  • Share insights on target market research, marketing content, trends, and regulations, and recommend process, campaign, and content improvements.
  • Track and analyze the performance of published content and interpret data to measure effectiveness and inform future strategies.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
  • 4+ years of content marketing experience creating content for financial services and retirement plan B2B audiences (e.g., plan sponsors and advisors).
  • Skilled in storytelling and simplifying technical information.
  • Experience collaborating on full-scale campaigns across various channels and platforms.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects and priorities.
  • Strong problem-solving, project management, decision-making, communication, writing, and editorial skills.
  • Excellent planning, delegation, and time management skills.
  • Ability to translate data analytics into actionable insights.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with financial services and retirement plans.
  • Proficiency in PowerPoint and other communication tools.
  • Ability to negotiate and maintain positive relationships.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent.

Benefits & Perks

  • Salary range of $81,900 - $115,000 per year, with potential bonuses and incentives.
  • Flexible Time Off (FTO) for salaried employees, allowing time away with pay.
  • Pension eligibility.
  • Comprehensive benefits supporting physical, financial, and social well-being.

Working at Principal Financial Services

Principal values connecting on both personal and professional levels, fostering a purpose-led future for financial services. The company emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and supporting employees with comprehensive, competitive benefits. They are committed to equal opportunity employment and maintaining a respectful, innovative work environment.

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Job Details

Posted AtSep 12, 2025
Job CategoryContent Marketing
Salary82k-115k
Job TypeFull Time
ExperienceMid Level

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About Principal Financial Services

Website

principalfs-ifa.co.uk

Location

Des Moines, IA

Industry

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