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Technical Writer

What You'll Do:
We’re looking for a Technical Writer to join our Benefits and Protection team. In this role, you’ll support the learning and development initiatives and partner with subject matter experts to create and update business processes and procedures!
  • Write, develop, and maintain less-complex online support systems. This includes performing the following functions: audience/customer needs analysis, information gathering and analysis, project planning, status reporting, and customer satisfaction assessment.
  • Build relationships with internal business partners by assisting with technical documentation requests. Act as a resource for customers and staff on writing and online/paper presentation techniques.
  • Handle new projects, which can include changes to existing documentation.
  • Contribute to establishing and implementing documentation guidelines and developing techniques for documentation production and revision.
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:
  • You have a Bachelor's degree (English, journalism, or technical writing preferred) or equivalent
  • You have experience with writing processes or process improvements
  • You have excellent written and oral communication skills
  • You have strong analytical and organizational skills
  • You have knowledge of TeamSite and Dreamweaver (highly preferred, not required)
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: $43400 - $98400 / hour Additional Information:

Work Environments

This role offers the ability for in-office, hybrid (blending both office and remote work in a typical workweek), and remote work arrangements. You’ll work with your leader to figure out which option may align best based on several factors.

Job Level

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

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.

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Principal is a global financial services company passionate about improving the wealth and well-being of families and communities. We help more than 55 million customers worldwide plan, protect, invest, and retire—while reimagining a more purpose-...

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