Job Description

Job Summary:

Rockland Trust has an opportunity for a highly organized and motivated Paralegal to join the legal team at a growing community bank that is expanding across Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Rhode Island. This role supports the General Counsel in delivering practical, business-focused legal guidance across a variety of matters. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, adaptable, and passionate about contributing to the success of a mission-driven, community-focused financial institution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the General Counsel with legal research, drafting and reviewing contracts and policies, and handling general legal inquiries from internal stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate and organized legal files, including contracts, board materials, regulatory documents, and corporate governance records.
• Help track regulatory changes and support compliance initiatives in coordination with the Compliance and Risk teams.
• Prepare board and committee materials, assist with corporate filings, and support shareholder and governance matters.
• Track key contract terms, renewal dates, and ensure alignment with bank policies and risk standards.
• Support response to subpoenas and legal proceedings, and liaise with outside counsel and vendors when needed.
• Work closely with departments such as Lending, HR, Operations, and Finance to assist with legal documentation and support day-to-day legal needs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-accredited program preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a legal support role within a financial institution, law firm, or similar regulated environment.
• Strong understanding of fiduciary concepts, estate structures, client agreements, and fraud-related legal matters.
• Experience working in a banking or financial services environment is highly desirable.
• Understanding of corporate law, governance, and regulatory compliance—especially in a financial or banking context—is a plus.
• Skills:
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with contract or legal management software is a plus
• Integrity, discretion, and sound professional judgment

Why Join Us?

• Play a key role in the growth of a values-driven community bank
• Work directly with senior leadership and help shape the bank’s legal infrastructure
• Enjoy a collaborative, mission-focused culture with strong local impact
• Competitive compensation and benefits

Our goal is to offer our colleagues the most generous benefits package possible. We strive to provide colleagues with a comprehensive benefits package and an environment that supports a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits include: Competitive compensation with performance incentive awards, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, a 401K and DC Plan for your retirement, LTD & Life Insurance, Vacation Time, Day Care Reimbursement, Tuition Assistance for graduate and undergraduate programs, an Award Winning Wellness program and much more!

At Rockland Trust you'll find a respectful and inclusive environment where everyone is given the chance to succeed. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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