Escrow Officer

WESTERN TITLE DIVISIONJob Description:Why Join Old Republic Title?At Old Republic Title, you're not just taking a job"”you're building a career. We are looking for a dedicated, detail-oriented Escrow Officer to bring expertise and energy to our team. As a critical part of the closing process, you will help our clients navigate real estate transactions with professionalism, precision, and a people-first approach. With a hybrid work schedule and support for professional growth, this role combines meaningful work with opportunities to innovate and excel in a rewarding industry.This position offers a hybrid work schedule based out of our King County location, and an LPO license is strongly preferred.What You'll Do:Coordinate Closings: Manage the closing process from start to finish, preparing essential escrow instructions, ensuring documentation accuracy, and balancing disbursement of funds.Client Communication: Serve as the primary contact for clients, lenders, agents, and other stakeholders, ensuring seamless communication and timely progress updates.Escrow Processing: Use our cutting-edge software and support systems to handle file tasking, document preparation, and compliance requirements efficiently.Collaboration and Strategy: Partner with management, sales, and marketing to drive branch profitability, retain clients, and secure new business opportunities.File Accuracy: Review all preliminary report/title commitments, clear any title discrepancies, and issue accurate title policies.Training and Development: Guide and mentor escrow assistants, promoting best practices for maximum efficiency and quality.What Makes You a Great Fit:Experience: Minimum of 2 years in escrow is required, with a thorough understanding of title insurance, escrow fees, and industry-specific terminology.Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and company-provided software; Notary Commission preferred.Attention to Detail: Exceptional organizational skills and precision, especially in managing documentation, numbers, and deadlines.Strong Communicator: Polished in written and verbal communication, with the ability to actively listen and connect with team members and clients.Professional and Positive: Represent Old Republic Title with integrity, positivity, and professionalism in all client interactions.Why Old Republic Title?This is more than a job"”it's an opportunity to lead, grow, and leave a lasting impact in the real estate industry. Join a team that values integrity, collaboration, excellence, and personal development.The estimated pay range stated represents the typical pay range for this position or similarly employed employees or employees performing substantially similar work. Factors which may be used to determine the actual pay rate may include, but are not limited to, education, training or experience; seniority; merit and work performance; quantity or quality of production; regional differences in compensation; differences in local minimum wages, or ability and effort.Pay Range for the position is between $38.00 - $52.80 hourly.Old Republic complies with all federal, state and local laws including minimum wage requirements. In the event a minimum hourly rate stated is lower than the minimum wage required by law, Old Republic will always pay an amount equal to or greater than the minimum wage required by law.#LI-MO1#LI-HybridBenefits may include:Comprehensive medical, prescriptions, dental and vision plans401(k) plan with a discretionary company matchShareholder Purchase and Reinvestment PlanBasic life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance premium paid by the companyVoluntary supplemental life insurance for employees, spouses and dependent childrenFertility and Family Building BenefitsPaid Disability benefitsPaid time off programs11 Company paid holidays per yearFlexible spending accountHealth savings account (available to High Deductible Health Plan participants only)Employee Assistance ProgramEducational Assistance ProgramVoluntary benefits, such as Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and Accident InsuranceTitle insurance policies and certain escrow services for the employee's primary personal residence at no chargeTransportation benefit plan for mass transit, parking and vanpool, in several marketsNote: If you currently are employed by Old Republic Title (or one of its wholly owned affiliated companies) please get in touch with your human resources representative regarding the application process.For California applicants, please click the following link to view our CCPA Applicant NoticeOld Republic Title is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Created: 2024-11-05