Job DescriptionReporting directly to the General Counsel this role will serve as a senior legal advisor, providing strategic counsel on corporate law matters, banking law and regulations, corporate governance, complex transactions, and enterprise-wide initiatives. The
Assistant General Counsel will partner closely with executive leadership and business stakeholders, delivering practical, solutions-oriented legal guidance that supports the bank's mission of serving as a relationship driven community bank.
Key Responsibilities- Serve as a trusted legal advisor to executive leadership and senior management in all aspects of the business of banking.
- Support corporate secretary responsibilities and tasks, including corporate governance, director fiduciary duties, board and board committee agendas, votes, and minutes.
- Provide strategic guidance on compliance with federal and state banking laws and regulations, including those issued by the FDIC, Massachusetts Division of Banks, the Federal Reserve, and CFPB.
- Serve as a legal resource to support the Company's Securities Act compliance including review of 10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks, and press releases.
- Play a key role in mergers and acquisitions, investments, financings, or divestitures, and other strategic transactions, including due diligence, negotiations, and integration activities.
- Proactively identify and assess legal, regulatory, and reputational risks, partnering with business leaders to develop practical mitigation strategies.
- Support Deposit Operations, Fraud, Treasury Management, IMG, Marketing, and other business units as they execute on bank strategy, including customer facing matters, as needed.
- Oversee or coordinate the work of outside counsel, including supervision of litigation, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective legal services.
- Assess and advise on the management of litigation.
- Stay abreast of developments in banking, financial services, and corporate law, advising leadership on emerging risks and opportunities.
- Support and enhance internal policies, governance frameworks, training programs, and compliance initiatives.
- Support Human Resources on employment law matters, incentive plans, and executive compensation plans.
- Manage and support regulatory examinations, audits, and responses to inquiries from regulators and government agencies.
- Lead and oversee the drafting, review, and negotiation of complex and high-impact agreements, including vendor and technology contracts, strategic partnerships, customer agreements, and loan and credit documentation.
- Mentor and collaborate with other members of the Legal team, as appropriate.
Qualifications- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Licensed and in good standing to practice law in Massachusetts, or eligible for in-house counsel registration.
- 8+ years of legal experience, preferably in banking, financial services, or another highly regulated industry; significant law firm and in-house counsel experience strongly preferred.
- Deep understanding of Securities Laws, corporate governance, complex commercial contracts, and banking regulations.
- Strong strategic, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to balance legal risk and business objectives.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with experience advising senior leaders and executives.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
- Practical, business-minded approach with sound judgment and attention to detail.
Why Join Us?- Serve in a leadership role within the Legal function at a relationship-driven award winning community bank.
- Partner closely with executive leadership on strategic initiatives.
- Make a meaningful impact on the bank's growth, governance, and risk management.
- Enjoy a collaborative, mission-focused culture with strong local impact.
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
Benefits & Culture Our goal is to offer our colleagues the most generous benefits package possible. We provide a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial security, and overall, well-being. Benefits include: competitive compensation with performance-based incentive awards, health and dental insurance, a 401(k) and DC retirement plan, LTD and life insurance, paid vacation, day care reimbursement, tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate programs, an award-winning wellness program, and much more!
At Rockland Trust, you'll find a respectful and inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
