Real Estate Escrow Closer

First American's Direct division provides comprehensive title insurance protection and professional settlement services for real estate purchases, refinances and equity loans. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. Responsible for handling real estate transactions by establishing new escrow accounts, managing funds, processing documents for closings, and completing settlements in accordance with established policies and procedures. Acts as a neutral liaison between file parties, adheres to company policy, and monitors and mitigates risk to the company.

Completes real estate escrow transactions by determining requirements; assembling, preparing, and reviewing closing documents; satisfying existing liens and encumbrances against property or principals.

Establishes escrow account by depositing funds; Prepares transaction documents by completing forms and statements; collecting and reviewing existing documents.

Completes calculations by prorating taxes and interest.

Completes closing transaction documents by assembling documents; reviewing papers with parties; checking documents for completeness and accuracy; Completes closing by recording and filing documents; Closes escrow account by balancing and disbursing funds.

Complies with regulatory requirements and company policy by adhering, and enforcing adherence, to requirements.

maintaining personal networks; High School diploma or equivalent

Experience directly handling escrow transactions as an escrow assistant preferable

Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the escrow/title industry field

Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization

able to handle confidential information

Ability to deal with multiple types of roles such as real estate sellers, buyers, agents and brokers

Pay Range: $26.88 - $35.83 Hourly

Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.