What are the responsibilities and job description for the Closing Paralegal position at Holliday Ingram, LLC?
Description
Ready to join a team that leads with purpose? We believe the right people make all the difference.
When you join Holliday Ingram, you’re joining a team that:
- Puts people first - always
- Leads with integrity and kindness, in and out of the office.
- Celebrates milestones (big and small) and believes work should be both meaningful and joyful.
- Invests in relationships, not just results.
- Values your voice and your growth, because your success matters to all of us.
Holliday Ingram’s mission is for everyone in South Carolina to experience a closing done right. Holliday Ingram puts our clients first by communicating well, proactively solving problems, and honoring their momentous occasion. We are deeply vested in creating lasting relationships and aim to deliver the highest level of trust, personalized service and client satisfaction.
We are a relationship-driven company seeking an experienced and dedicated Closing Paralegal to join our team.
Closing Paralegal Job Summary:
Prepares all documents for real estate closing in accordance with South Carolina law and government regulations under direct supervision of the Closing Attorney (CA). Responsible for ensuring that all information needed to prepare closing documents is requested and received in a timely manner as well as the funding and disbursement in accordance with lender and/or CA instructions.
Specific Responsibilities:
- Review and manage open files in database to ensure timely closings.
- Review all work and documents collected by the Assistant Closing Paralegal (ACP) to ensure completion and accuracy.
- Receive and follow closing instructions from lender.
- Collaborate with lender to balance the closing disclosure ("CD") statement.
- Prepare ALTA settlement statement pursuant to Lender's closing instructions and approved CD.
- Adequately communicate with all parties connected to the transaction using Qualia Connect, Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Teams.
- Ensure all outstanding invoices are entered onto the ALTA settlement statement and disbursed at closing.
- Prepare all HI closing documents including but not limited to the Deed, Seller's affidavits, Buyer affidavits. etc.
- Acquire funding authorization from Lender in order to fully fund and disburse the Closing.
- Communicate directly with buyers, sellers, real estate agents, lenders and other parties associated with the real estate closing transaction.
- Confirm balancing and disbursement of all payments in the order; follow-up on clearing of disbursements via check or wire as appropriate.
- Submit and confirm recording of all documents where recording is required to adequately effectuate the transfer of real estate or lien position of the lender.
Requirements
- Excellent and effective written communication skills.
- Verbal communication style that is effective and conveys accuracy.
- Ability to use logic and reasoning among alternate solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
- Maintaining calm and respective demeanor in communication, including being flexible and adjusting actions in relation to circumstances and others.
- Actively seek ways to help others.
- Ability to use a shared computer application for internal communications, shared files and training materials.
- Ability to manage a large number of orders including inputting data, retrieving records and managing tasks as related to the files.
- Strong time management skills.
Qualifications
- One (1) year of relevant experience as a Real Estate Paralegal/Closer or in a related role is required.
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required; an associate degree or higher is preferred.
- Customer service experience is a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is essential, and experience with Qualia is highly desirable.
Compensation & Benefits
- Holliday Ingram is pleased to offer highly competitive wages, group health insurance (including vision, dental and LTD), 401K, paid time off and holidays, along with a collaborative work environment, growth opportunities, and other great perks.
Holliday Ingram Core Values
LOVES THROUGH SERVICE ~ LISTENS WITH HUMILITY ~ LEADS IN INTEGRITY