What You'll Do
As an Advisory Operations Specialist, you will support our advisory platform and ensure clear communication and accuracy in managing registered representatives' needs. You will join a team that assists in solving complex problems and offers high-quality investment analysis and asset allocation modeling support. Your work will help advisors develop suitable portfolios for clients and craft base models for wider application. This role requires both technical skills and the ability to apply strategies that effectively position our products.
Support advisory platform needs and questions from registered representatives to ensure information is complete, detailed, communicated, and maintained pursuant to strict securities regulations.
Support colleagues in addressing intricate problems and challenges connected to securities transactions, account status, commissions, or operational procedures.
Provide investment analysis and asset allocation modeling assistance for the fee-based programs of Principal Securities within our retail distribution channel.
Work with advisors to build appropriate portfolios for their clients and help develop base models for broader use.
Help advisors understand the product features to aid sales and assess competitor products to position ours effectively.
Address and resolve intricate issues related to securities transactions, account status, commissions, or operational procedures.
Stay informed about the investment universe to help respond to product-related inquiries and contribute to setting initial targets for attractive assets given the prevailing market conditions.
Work with the team to develop models with appropriate risk and assist advisors with building portfolios and accounts out of drift.
Provide general education on stocks, bonds, ETFs, and general investment questions.
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, plus 3+ years of related experience.
Active FINRA Series 7 license.
Knowledge of fee based accounts or Envestnet preferred.
Investment background and ability to understand market/economic conditions required.
Strong written and verbal communication as well as organizational and time-management skills.
Good analytical skills and understanding of investments.
Ability to use analytical tools and excellent knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and presentation applications.
Able to work independently and must be adept at managing multiple requests with strict deadlines.
Licenses must be held in conformity with state and federal rules and company standards as detailed in the existing licensing policy. The following licenses need to be acquired within 6 months of hiring:
Series 63
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)
$69300 - $126000 / year
Salary Details
The following locations are examples of market-specific salary ranges across different geographies.
Wichita, KS: $69,300 - $94,500 / year
Des Moines, IA: $73,150 - $99,750/ year
Charlotte, NC: $77,000 - $105,000 / year
Chicago/Minneapolis: $84,700 - $115,500/ year
Los Angeles/New York City: $92,400 - $126,000 / 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
Work Environment
This is a remote position.
Work Authorization/Sponsorship
At this time, we are not considering applicants who require any form of immigration sponsorship to work in the United States now or in the future. This includes F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, and similar visas. For more information on work authorization requirements, please use the following links:
Nonimmigrant Workers and Green Card for Employment-Based Immigrants
Investment Ethics Code
In Principal Asset Management positions, you are required to observe an Investment Code of Ethics regarding conduct and personal trading for yourself and those living with you. Other positions within the organization may have similar obligations.
Experience Principal
At Principal, we believe in forming connections both personally and professionally. Together, we're crafting a future for financial services that is guided by purpose - and that begins with you. Our success depends on the outstanding experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our employees. We provide support to our employees in the same way as our customers. Our inclusive and competitive benefits protect physical, financial, and social well-being. Check 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.
Original Posting Date
4/24/2026
Most Recently Posted Date
4/24/2026
LinkedIn Remote Hashtag
LI-Remote
