Good work/life balance in the buy side - Anonymous employee State Street Employee Review

4.0
Jun 15, 2010
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

renowned, laid-back, not that cut-throat like wall st. firms. People here are generally nice and willing to help.

Cons

too laid-back to make you competitive once if you go back to the job market.

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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.

2.0
Jun 21, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

The company has a great severence package. Unfortunately thats a pro because they are laying off workers every 3 months until most of operations are offshore. Decent 401k match and vacation.

Cons

Layoffs, pay is low. Return to office mandate.

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