A good place for a steady Eddie. - Vice President State Street Employee Review

2.0
Feb 13, 2009
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

The people and the carmarderie at State Street is a huge reason employees stick around at SSC. Long lasting bonds and friendships are made that can last a lifetime.

Cons

The size of the organization makes it difficult to get noticed. If you are used to receiving promotions and moving up the "corporate ladder" then SSC is not suitable place for you. The communication as well as most places can be much improved and engage others in decision making. Everyday you may think you are going to make a difference, but when you sum it up, the only difference makers are at the top.

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5.0
Jun 5, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

on-boarding was easy, lot of learning opportunities/clients to service, nice co-workers

Cons

sparse work-load allotted, difficult client assignments, strict vps

1.0
May 14, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Remote work is (rarely) an option, though the approval process is extremely slow and bureaucratic. There are a few well-meaning colleagues who genuinely try to drive positive change before burning out.

Cons

Onboarding and HR processes are severely broken, taking 11 months to approve remote status and failing to prepare basic equipment for day one. The workplace culture is deeply hostile, with anger and yelling functioning as the default communication style across teams. Leadership turnover is rampant, resulting in constant re-organizations, splintered teams, and a total lack of strategic direction. Role clarity is non-existent, forcing employees to invent their own daily tasks while receiving entirely contradictory instructions. Direct management is completely absent; I went seven months without any contact from my boss before being laid off via a three-word instant message and short call.

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