Closing Agent

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARYCoordinates with the Escrow Officer and Escrow team to ensure that loans are cleared to close; schedules a time with the Escrow Officer for loan closing; meets with buyers and sellers, realtors and loan officers and has loan documents signed by all parties to the sales contract; disburses or arranges for the disbursement of funds directly to the seller and realtor; assist in the post closing processes by scanning documents as necessary.DUTIESPrior to close, review all documentation presented by the Escrow team to ensure all documents necessary for a completed close are presentVerifies that the documents to be signed are accurate before presentmentMeets with the buyer, seller, and when present, realtors and lenders to complete the closing processClosings may be in office or remote (which will necessitate travel)Answers any questions from participating partiesInvolves an attorney for clarifications as necessaryEnsures that all documents required as part of the closing are properly signed and notarized per the lender closing instructionsEnsures that buyers and sellers receive blank copies of the documents that were signed as part of the closingExplains the owners policy and reviews the quote and offer; provides information about the owners policy as neededScans or ships documents as required by the escrow teamVerifies that all items as listed on the needs sheet have been completed prior to ending the closingAssist with special projects as requested and perform additional duties as requiredCANDIDATE EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTSCollege graduate and 3-5 years of job experience in the title insurance field or related field. Must be (or be willing to apply to become) a licensed, Ohio notary.SKILLS AND ABILITIESSuccessful candidates will have a dynamic personality and excellent problem-solving skills. This position requires a strong customer service-oriented. The Closing Agent role requires good verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact with a wide variety of people, both inside and outside of the organization. This role requires someone who is comfortable in front of groups of people and the ability to speak clearly and concisely in front of buyers, sellers, Realtors, and lenders. The candidate should possess a strong work ethic and outstanding people skills.General administrative abilities should include typing, filing and use of a computer, copier, and e-fax.WORK CONDITIONSFull-time employee. Evening work may be required sporadically.Bluegrass Land Title offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, life insurance,401(k), paid holidays and PTO.Bluegrass Land Title maintains a drug-free and smoke-free work environment.Should and offer be presented, a background check, credit check and drug screen will be required prior to start.