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. What We Do Enable you to provide best in class service and support to your clients by leveraging industry leading technology and the strongest escrow and underwriter partners in the business. We are transforming the residential real estate experience one closing at a time. Come join our Laguna Niguel, CA branch of Glen Oaks Escrow at First American, where we recognize our true worth is our people. We are looking to add an Escrow Officer to our growing team.
In this role you will work in a dynamic, fast‑paced setting focused on customer service and closing deals. The Escrow Officer is 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. What You’ll Do Complete real estate escrow transactions by determining requirements
Act as a neutral liaison between file parties, adhere to company policy, and monitor and mitigate risk to the company
Ensure that all funds are properly accounted for and disbursed in accordance with the terms of the contract and our company policy
Prepare regular reports on the status of the escrow account and provide these reports to the parties involved in the transaction
Examine property titles, mortgages, and trust deed documents
Prepare legal documents for the closure of the sale
Complete closing by recording and filing documents, preparing, and distributing final closing statements and title
What You’ll Bring 2-4 years of escrow‑related experience
Experience directly handling escrow transactions as an escrow assistant preferable
Passion for helping customers while maintaining a professional and positive attitude
Excellent verbal and written communication with both our internal team and external customers; comfortable using various types of communication to meet customer needs
Thrives in contributing to a team working together to deliver beyond customer expectations
Knowledge of MS Office suite and ability to quickly adapt to new software applications and technologies
High school diploma or equivalent
Pay and Benefits Pay Range: $24.30 - $33.30 Hourly. This position is eligible for bonus pay and/or incentives for production or other goals. First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave, and an employee stock purchase plan.
EEO Statement First American will consider all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. Applicants may be disqualified if a criminal history could adversely affect job duties such as handling confidential information, facilitating financial transactions, or meeting customer‑imposed requirements.

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