Escrow Officer

Escrow Assistant Or Escrow OfficerAre you an organized, detail-oriented escrow professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys helping customers through one of life's most important transactions? We're looking for an Escrow Assistant or Escrow Officer to join our team and play a key role in delivering exceptional service throughout the closing process.In this role, you'll partner closely with Escrow Officers, real estate professionals, lenders, buyers, sellers, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth, accurate, and timely real estate transactions. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with escrow and title experience who is looking to continue developing their expertise while working alongside experienced industry professionals.This is a fully onsite position (Monday-Friday) based in our Tomball, TX office.What You'll DoOpening escrow orders and processing transaction filesOrdering payoffs, surveys, and other required documentationReviewing title commitments and preliminary reports while helping clear title requirements and encumbrancesCommunicating with buyers, sellers, agents, lenders, attorneys, and other transaction participantsPreparing closing packages, settlement statements, and transaction-related documentationCoordinating signing appointments, including mobile notary services when neededAssisting with funding, receipt of lender funds, and transaction disbursementsPreparing and submitting policy write-up instructions to the Title DepartmentMaintaining accurate electronic files and ensuring all documentation is properly uploaded and organizedThoroughly documenting transaction activity to ensure transparency and complianceSupporting team members and contributing to process improvements and operational excellenceAs you grow within the role, you'll continue developing skills in:Problem-solving and transaction managementConducting signings with customersReviewing and satisfying escrow and title requirementsPreparing closing disclosures and settlement statementsManaging increasingly complex transactions independentlyRequired QualificationsExperience supporting escrow, title, mortgage, real estate, or closing transactionsBasic to intermediate knowledge of escrow processes, closing documents, and industry terminologyBasic understanding of accounting principles, including debits and creditsStrong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detailAbility to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlinesProfessional verbal and written communication skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and OutlookAbility to exercise sound judgment and take initiativePreferred QualificationsNotary CommissionKnowledge of title insurance policies and endorsementsExperience preparing closing packages and coordinating real estate transactionsWhat Makes You SuccessfulDelivers outstanding customer service with every interactionMaintains accuracy while working in a fast-paced environmentBuilds strong relationships with customers, agents, lenders, and teammatesCommunicates professionally and effectivelyDemonstrates accountability, dependability, and professionalismEmbraces technology, learning, and continuous improvementBrings a positive attitude and a team-first mindsetWhy Join Us?Work alongside experienced escrow and title professionalsOpportunities for ongoing training and professional developmentExposure to a wide variety of real estate transactionsCollaborative and supportive team environmentOpportunity to grow your escrow career with a respected organizationBenefits may include:Comprehensive medical, prescriptions, dental and vision plans401(k) plan with a discretionary company matchShareholder Purchase and Reinvestment PlanBasic life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance premium paid by the companyVoluntary supplemental life insurance for employees, spouses and dependent childrenFertility and Family Building BenefitsPaid Disability benefitsPaid time off programs11 Company paid holidays per yearFlexible spending accountHealth savings account (available to High Deductible Health Plan participants only)Employee Assistance ProgramEducational Assistance ProgramVoluntary benefits, such as Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and Accident InsuranceTitle insurance policies and certain escrow services for the employee's primary personal residence at no chargeTransportation benefit plan for mass transit, parking and vanpool, in several marketsOld Republic Title is an Equal Opportunity Employer