Commercial Escrow Officer (Remote)
About the role
Work as a dynamic team providing best in class service and support in the commercial real estate space. At First American we provide our teams with the support, tools, and technology that they need to ensure that providing unparalleled customer service is your primary focus.
Responsibilities
- Continually grow and service the business by providing outstanding customer service
- Complete simple and complex commercial real estate escrow transactions by determining requirements and acting as a neutral liaison between buyer, seller, and lender
- Work cross-functionally with Underwriting to 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
- Complete closing by reviewing, recording, and filing documents including preparing and distributing final closing statements and title, ensuring adherence to delivery dates and timelines
- Prepare regular reports on the status of the escrow account and provide these reports to the parties involved in the transaction
- Prepare legal documents for the closure of the sale
- Comply with regulatory requirements by adhering, and enforcing adherence, to requirements
Requirements
3-5 years of escrow related experience as an Escrow Officer, preferably in Commercial
Passion for helping customers while maintaining a professional and positive attitude
Excellent verbal and written communication with both internal and external customers; uses various types of communication to meet customer expectations and build relationships
Problem solving with strong organizational skills, detail oriented and knows how to navigate internal and external resources to resolve issues
May require escrow officer certification dependent upon state
Comfortable working with technology and proprietary programs; adapts quickly to new software applications and technologies
Thrives in contributing to a team, working together to deliver beyond customer expectations
High School Diploma/Equivalent
Advanced working knowledge of MS Excel
Qualifications
High School Diploma/Equivalent
Advanced working knowledge of MS Excel
Skills
Escrow Officer experience, preferably in Commercial
Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
Excellent verbal and written communication
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Knowledge of regulatory requirements
Proficiency with MS Excel
Benefits
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.
Pay
$30.91 - $41.20 Hourly, Remote