This was a great company to work for until SCBT acquired First Federal. - Anonymous SouthState Employee Review

1.0
Mar 2, 2015
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Pros

The First Federal culture and treatment of employees was absolutely outstanding. All of that has now changed. The First Federal approach to customer services was absolutely outstanding. All of that has also changed.

Cons

South State has elevated only prior SCBT leadership into current management of the combined company. For the most part these are less experienced, less qualified individuals than their First Federal counterparts. Products and services for our customers will suffer.

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Pros

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Cons

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2.0
Jun 25, 2026
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Pros

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Cons

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