Commercial Escrow Officer / Title Officer

Job Description

Job Description

Overview:
A nationally recognized, high-volume title company is seeking an experienced Commercial Escrow Officer / Commercial Title Officer to join its growing team. This role is responsible for managing complex commercial real estate transactions from contract to close, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and a seamless experience for all parties involved. The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of commercial closings, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to handle high-value, multi-layered transactions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee commercial real estate transactions from opening through funding and recording
• Review purchase agreements, escrow instructions, title commitments, and closing documents
• Coordinate with attorneys, lenders, brokers, buyers, and sellers to facilitate smooth closings
• Prepare and review settlement statements (HUD/CD) and closing disclosures
• Analyze title searches, resolve title issues, and clear exceptions
• Handle complex deal structures including multi-property, multi-state, and entity-based transactions
• Ensure compliance with company policies, underwriting guidelines, and state/federal regulations
• Manage escrow funds, disbursements, and wire transfers with strict adherence to security protocols
• Work closely with underwriters to obtain necessary approvals and endorsements
• Maintain detailed and accurate transaction records and timelines
• Provide exceptional customer service to high-profile clients and stakeholders

Qualifications:

• 3 years of experience handling commercial escrow or commercial title transactions
• Strong understanding of commercial real estate closing processes and title insurance
• Experience working with high-value and complex transactions
• Ability to read and interpret legal documents, contracts, and title commitments
• Proficiency with title and escrow software (SoftPro, ResWare, Qualia, or similar)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and client-facing abilities
• Ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Existing book of business or strong industry relationships
• Experience working with national or multi-state transactions
• Notary Public (if required by state)
• Familiarity with 1031 exchanges, syndications, and commercial lending structures

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary dependent on experience
• Performance-based bonuses and/or commission structure (depending on role level)
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• Opportunities for career growth within a large, well-established organization