Branch Manager

About the role

Responsible for directing or managing the day-to-day operations of an assigned branch or branches where escrow transactions are done. Acts as a neutral third-party between buyers and sellers during a real estate sale, managing funds and processing real estate transactions. Ensures employee conformance to established practices and proper training of staff. Prepares related reports and audits current procedures to monitor efficiency of operations. Manage and implement processes and policies.

Responsibilities

• Employees supervised are typically escrow positions but can have other support roles reporting in
• May service a market
• Seen as “in charge” of the branch and is the go-to person for office management and a variety of issues.
• Aligns branch goals with business unit goals. Monitors branch metrics, reporting information to manager and provides recommendations for process / policy change based on branch results
• Maintains existing client base and resolves escalated issues. Answers questions and provides guidance regarding products, services, policies or specific transactions
• Implements processes and supervises the day to day activities of employees responsible for daily operational tasks
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 6+ years of directly related experience
• 3-5 years demonstrated experience in a leadership or management role

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Strong process skills required; detail oriented
• Strong computer skills and knowledge of company operating systems/applications
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Able to lead/sought out for advice; supervisory and administrative skills
• Able to manage competing priorities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Familiar with competitor, financial and industry dynamics
• Specialized knowledge in one or more escrow product areas
• Basic accounting/finance skills to be able to understand and interpret financial statements
• Customer Service orientation - responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments
• Teamwork - balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives

Pay

Pay Range: $77,300.00 - $103,000.00 Annually

Benefits

By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First culture is inclusive for all employees - not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it's the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.

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.