Escrow Officer

Praxis Title & Escrow , a division of Darrow Everett LLP, is expanding into the Dallas/Southlake market and seeking a Senior Escrow Officer to join its growing team. The company has written over $1 Billion in title insurance, with a focus on commercial real estate - handling multi-property and multi-state closings across asset types such as retail, land, mixed-use, multi-family, and office properties. Praxis sees a significant opportunity in the Dallas market and is seeking a driven, entrepreneurial professional who shares its commitment to high-touch service and fast-paced problem-solving to help lead the industry. Position Overview The Escrow Officer will serve as a key leader within the escrow and closing operations, overseeing complex commercial real estate transactions and providing guidance to escrow staff. This role requires significant title industry experience, gained through a national title insurer or title agency, with a strong focus on commercial transactions. Working closely with attorneys, lenders, clients, and internal stakeholders, the Escrow Officer will ensure seamless closings while upholding Praxis’s commitment to responsiveness and best-in-class client service. This is a unique opportunity to join a growing organization at an early stage, offering the chance to help shape the operation while being fully supported by the resources and backing of a large, nationally recognized law firm. Key Responsibilities Independently manage and close complex commercial real estate transactions, including land, retail, office, industrial, and multi-property portfolio deals. Oversee, mentor, and support escrow officers, assistants, and staff to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance across all escrow processes. Prepare, review, and finalize settlement statements, disbursement schedules, and all closing documentation, maintaining accountability for escrow files and records. Coordinate with Praxis Title Attorneys and internal finance partners to resolve complex title issues, reconcile accounts, safeguard escrow funds, and ensure accurate disbursement and premium remittance. Serve as a primary point of contact for high-value clients while contributing to the development and implementation of improved workflows, policies, and best practices. Qualifications Minimum 3 years of direct experience in the title industry, with a focus on escrow and closing. Background working for either a national title insurer or a title agency. Experience managing complex commercial real estate transactions – including refinancings, acquisitions, development projects, and multi-state portfolios – with deep knowledge of title, escrow, and closing regulations, procedures, and best practices. Competitive base salary commensurate with senior‑level experience, PTO, and vacation. #J-18808-Ljbffr KLR Executive Search Group LLC