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Founded in 1818, we are the largest mutually-owned bank in the US and the largest commercial bank still based in Boston, serving communities from the Merrimack Valley to Cape Cod, with approximately $7.5 billion in assets & more than 90 banking offices. Eastern Bank offers banking, investments & insurance all under one roof, and prides itself on working harder to understand its customers' needs so it can deliver these services in a committed and personal way. Eastern Bank's subsidiaries include Eastern Investment Advisors, and Eastern Insurance Agency.

Our Vision says, “We will be the best financial partner for our customers, the best organization for our colleagues & the best corporate citizen for our communities.” This Vision drives everything we do.
We serve the people on Main Street, not Wall Street
Communication is seen as vital: Sr Mgmt posts videos to Intranet for us to learn about current initiatives & the CEO holds Town Meetings across the Bank. CEO runs Corporate Values Sessions with all Hires. Intranet is updated daily with stories, information & pictures.
We have a comprehensive employee onboarding system with 12 months of scheduled follow-up communication between the new employee, their Human Resources Generalist and their Manager. This process welcomes employees & makes them more productive more quickly.
Recognition program is in place for and by all employees--from Thank You notes to the President's Club.
The Green Team promotes sustainable environmentally friendly practices by sharing innovative methods, implementing policy recommendations & encouraging the Bank & employees to adopt green practices.