Michael Morel has been hired as assistant vice president/business development officer at The Cooperative Bank (TCB), a community bank specializing in commercial real estate and business lending throughout Massachusetts.

As a BDO, Morel will focus on the acquisition of new deposit and loan relationships among small and mid-size businesses, as well as build relationships with the community.

“Mike brings a wealth of industry experience and insight that will benefit our customers and enhance our growth, particularly as we continue to innovate with new products and services for both individuals and businesses,” Phil Bryan, president and CEO of TCB, said in a statement.

Previously, Morel was vice president of Eastern Bank, and has held executive positions at Cambridge Savings Bank and Bank of America.