Closer / Paralegal

Title: Closer

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Supervisor: Supervising/Senior Supervising Attorney

JOB SUMMARY

Our Closers handle in-office closings. S/He is responsible for preparing for and overseeing the closing and execution of closing/lender packages, deeds, settlement statements, and all other closing related documents. This position engages with all members of the team and public relations.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to:

• Review of closing documents prior to closings
• Final review of title commitment and settlement statement
• Prepare closing file for closings, ensuring all lender closing instructions are followed
• Perform closings in office
• Coordinate split closings
• Notifies correct party to release outgoing wires when disbursement is appropriate, including submitting funding requirements to lender when necessary
• May be asked to collaborate with Escrow Officer and/or Escrow Assistant to make sure any checks received in conjunction with a closing are deposited and receipted the same day received
• Keeps detailed record of activities within processing software
• Conducts self in a manner of professional integrity (e.g., with regard to self, clients, team members, direct supervisors, and local businesses)
• Adheres to company policies and guidelines
• Maintains knowledge of industry, regulatory changes, jurisdictional changes, etc.
• Represents company at appropriate local, state, and national events
• Maintains relationships with existing clients
• Develops relationships with new clients
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS

EXPERIENCE

One (1) – Two (2) years of relevant experience is required.

EDUCATION

High School diploma required.

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, INSURANCE

Notary Certificate preferred

KNOWLEDGE

Must have a comprehensive understanding of title operations.

SKILLS

• Adaptable: displays the capability to adapt to new, different, or changing requirements
• Attentive to details
• Business fundamentals: has a fundamental knowledge of the organization and the industry; understands the importance of one’s role in the functioning of the company and the potential impact one’s performance can have on the success of the organization
• Critical thinking: uses logical thought processes to analyze and draw conclusions
• Customer focused: actively looks for ways to identify market demands and meet customer or client needs
• Decision maker: applies critical thinking skills to solve problems encountered in the workplace
• Dependable and reliable: displays responsible behaviors at work
• Initiative: demonstrates a willingness to work and seeks out new work challenges
• Integrity: treats others with honesty, fairness, and respect
• Mathematics: uses mathematics to solve problems
• Planning and organizing plans and prioritizes work to manage time effectively and accomplish assigned tasks
• Problem solver: applies critical thinking skills to solve problems by generating, evaluating, and implementing solutions
• Professional: maintains a professional demeanor at work
• Proficient in English
• Reading: understands written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents; applies what is learned from written material to work situations
• Respectful: works effectively with those who have diverse backgrounds
• Team player: works effectively with others
• Technology: uses information technology and related applications to convey and retrieve information; demonstrates strong computer/typing skills in Microsoft Office, email programs, and internet browsers
• Telephone skills, including a pleasant phone voice and etiquette
• Verbal communication: maintains open lines of communication with others
• Writing: uses standard English to clearly communicate thoughts, ideas, and information in written for

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (including physical requirements)

• This position requires repetitive use of a keyboard, bending, sitting, squatting, and simple grasping.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)

Location:

• Hoover, AL 35216 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $35