Legal Associate

Description

Help Shape the Legal Function of a Transformational Bank

Patriot Bank is in the midst of a bold, enterprise-wide transformation—rebuilding its executive leadership, refining its business model, and scaling into a high-performing financial institution serving high-net-worth clients, fintechs, and fast-growing businesses. With a newly reconstituted management team and a strategy centered on restructuring, execution, and scalable growth, Patriot offers an environment unlike a traditional regional bank

About the Role
We are expanding our in-house legal team and seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Legal Associate to support a broad range of legal matters within a regulated financial institution. You will report to the head of legal and work closely with business leaders, contributing to initiatives across the entire enterprise as the bank evolves. This role is ideal for candidates who thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy working independently, and want early exposure to complex legal and operational issues. 

• Provide legal support for loan servicing and lending operations
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and transactional documents
• Assist with day-to-day banking legal and regulatory questions
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda 
• Support business units with practical, solutions-oriented legal guidance
• Engage directly with C-suite officers on priority initiatives and legal matters
• Operate effectively in a fast-moving, execution-focused environment 

Requirements

•  J.D. from an accredited law school
• Connecticut bar preferred but not required (admission to at least one jurisdiction required) 
• 0–2 years relevant experience (banking, lending, regulatory, fintech, corporate, or securities exposure a plus)
• Strong research, writing, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment
• Collaborative, proactive, business-minded approach

Competitive Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• PTO, holidays, flexible scheduling
• Remote-friendly environment with strong work–life balance