What are the responsibilities and job description for the Escrow Officer position at KLR Executive Search Group LLC?
KLR Executive Search Group is recruiting a Senior Escrow Officer for a rapidly growing title and escrow firm focused on commercial real estate. The organization is redefining the closing experience by delivering fast, responsive, and high-touch service for complex, multi-property and multi-state transactions. They support a diverse client base, including developers, private investment funds, family offices, and individual investors. As they continue to expand, they are seeking a driven professional who values responsiveness, accountability, and problem-solving. We are currently flexible on the location of this position, but we are most interested in candidates willing to sit in Florida or Texas.
Position Overview:
The Senior Escrow Officer will lead commercial real estate closings and oversee escrow staff. This role requires substantial commercial title experience with a national title insurer or title agency. The Senior Escrow Officer will work closely with attorneys, lenders, clients, and company leadership to ensure smooth, timely closings and maintain a high standard of responsiveness and client service. The role reports to the Lead Title Attorney and Company Officers and supervises escrow and closing personnel.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and close complex commercial real estate transactions, including multi-property deals.
- Supervise and mentor escrow officers, assistants, and support staff.
- Prepare, review, and finalize settlement statements, disbursements, and closing documentation.
- Coordinate with company attorneys to clear title issues and ensure timely closings.
- Safeguard and reconcile escrow funds and maintain accurate escrow records.
- Serve as a primary contact for key clients while supporting ongoing process and workflow improvements.
Qualifications:
- 3 years of title industry experience, with a focus on escrow and commercial closings.
- Experience with national title insurers or title agencies and managing complex, multi-state transactions.
- Strong knowledge of title, escrow, and closing regulations, practices, and procedures.
- Proven leadership in supervising and mentoring escrow staff, with excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional communication and client service skills, with proficiency in escrow software and financial reconciliation.