State Street is an ok launching pad, but make sure you do not stay here for longer than 3 years - Fund Administrator - Associate II State Street Employee Review

2.0
Mar 31, 2014
Recommend
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Pros

Young company with a lot of friendly people who you can develop relationships with. Paid overtime for over a 40 hr week. Matching IRA of 5%.

Cons

Redundant brainless job. Low pay and low ceiling for pay. If you stay here longer than 3 years your career could be hindered as you are not developing any real transferable skills. My co-workers who had been working here for 5+ years were depressing. They hated their jobs but still went to work every day grumpy and depressed.

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5.0
Jun 23, 2026
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Pros

Own book runner and strategy. Good work life balance. Good working environment and nice people to work together

Cons

No much growth. Promotion to VP or higher is even forbidden based on company policy. Instead, ask people to move to different role. It doesn't make a lot of sense since it encourage people to find a new job.

1.0
Jul 1, 2026
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Pros

They offer resources for learning.

Cons

In my previous roles I've never felt burnout but with this one is the first I was feeling crush. I don't think managers take time to structure the tasks on a 8hrs or 10hrs per day. There are a lot of unrealistic expectations, no work-life balance at all. Even if you made the sacrifice to stay late, you will not be done with the work for the day.

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