What are the responsibilities and job description for the Escrow Officer position at Near North Title Group?
About the job:
Do you have exceptional decision-marking and negotiating skills, and enjoy the challenge of making the closing process go smoothly from start to finish? Near North is looking for a Residential Escrow Officer / Closer to organize and review real estate agreements, complete the legal requirements for a transaction in a timely manner and conduct closings, while providing the utmost level of service to our clients. We provide a collaborative, energetic, team environment. Our company is a growing title insurance operation with multi-state market presence and national outreach.
In the Residential Escrow Officer / Closer role, you will be a fundamental component of the closing process and represent our company in a professional and accommodating manner. You will establish positive relationships with all parties, verify the property titles are clear, all financial obligations have been met, and that all terms and materials are accurate and in compliance with applicable regulations.
What you bring to the table:
- 2 years of escrow or real estate closing experience.
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) highly preferred.
- Book of business highly preferred.
- College degree preferred.
- Title insurance experience preferred.
- SoftPro experience a plus.
- Superior customer service, organization and accuracy.
- Interpersonal with strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Willingness and ability to travel to other offices for closing, if necessary.
You’ll be working on:
- Conducting real estate closings in a professional, timely and accurate manner.
- Requesting, reviewing and preparing real estate closing documents.
- Ensuring timely submission, accurate recording and execution of all files.
- Complying with escrow terms for each closing.
- Ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations.
- Calculating taxes, interests, insurance and other expenses.
- Receiving and dispersing escrow funds.
- Entering and managing data with SoftPro system.
- Supporting and collaborating with other Escrow Officers/Closers.
Why work for us?
We are a growing company with a mission to partner with and protect our clients, and a reputation for a “get to yes” attitude earned through our thought leadership, exceptional service, and organizational excellence. Our success in enabling transactions to flow seamlessly is why our clients are some of the top real estate developers, REITs, law firms and lenders in the country.
Near North is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company that is built around collaboration, responsiveness, integrity and community. We are searching for people to join our team who are enthusiastic and motivated to provide a positive impact on the growth and success of our expanding company. Come grow with us!
Benefits you’ll enjoy:
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Company paid life insurance amp; long-term disability
- Voluntary short-term disability amp; supplemental life insurance
- Competitive PTO and holiday pay
- Volunteer PTO – “Day of Service” to volunteer in your local community
- Access to company-owned ski condo in Beaver Creek, CO