Commercial Escrow Assistant
Old Republic Title, Portland, OR, United States
Commercial Escrow Assistant – Portland, OR
The Commercial Escrow Assistant will open, process and close commercial transactions with appropriate supervision. Will effectively communicate with all interested parties including counsel, lenders, principals, realtors, co‑workers, and all other department personnel. Must be a personable, positive, and professional representative of the Company.
Location In‑office position located in our Portland, OR location.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Verifies and reviews all information in the preliminary report/title commitment while clearing title requirements by researching discrepancies, obtaining lien releases and clearing any other encumbrances.
Task to Central Processing Unit (CSD – CPU), i.e., payoff, HOA and utility demands that appear on preliminary report/title commitment and/or Seller/Borrower Information Sheets.
Assist in quoting fees and charges.
Request/authorize loans to fund, receive funds, disburse funds including but not limited to sending out payoffs.
Schedule appointments and assemble documents for signing for both inside and outside of the office.
Assist with customers signing documents inside the office, as assigned by Escrow Officer and/or Branch Manager.
Upload all documents in the appropriate category in the electronic filing system.
Document all conversations relative to each file to keep each team member informed of the file status.
Prepare funding packages, provide conditions, and receive funds.
Assist with training other personnel, guiding them to reach maximum efficiency and production of the branch.
Continue escrow education through company training webinars, seminars, meetings or outside sources (e.g., Escrow Association).
Comply with company policies, procedures, regulatory requirements and complete mandatory company compliance training by prescribed deadlines.
Work from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Knowledge and Skills Required
Requires 2+ years of commercial escrow experience.
Knowledge of title insurance policies, endorsements and title pricing.
Knowledge of escrow documents, escrow fees and terminology.
Basic computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook.
Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment while successfully performing under extreme time constraints and meeting prescribed deadlines.
Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational skills, and ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects.
Benefits May Include
Comprehensive medical, prescriptions, dental and vision plans
401(k) plan with a discretionary company match
Shareholder Purchase and Reinvestment Plan
Basic life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance premium paid by the company
Voluntary supplemental life insurance for employees, spouses and dependent children
Fertility and Family Building Benefits
Paid Disability benefits
Paid time off programs11 company paid holidays per year
Flexible spending account
Health savings account (available to high deductible health plan participants only)
Employee Assistance Program
Educational Assistance Program
Voluntary benefits such as critical illness, hospital indemnity, pet insurance and accident insurance
Title insurance policies and certain escrow services for the employee’s primary personal residence at no charge
Transportation benefit plan for mass transit, parking and vanpool, in several markets
Old Republic Title is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Location In‑office position located in our Portland, OR location.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Verifies and reviews all information in the preliminary report/title commitment while clearing title requirements by researching discrepancies, obtaining lien releases and clearing any other encumbrances.
Task to Central Processing Unit (CSD – CPU), i.e., payoff, HOA and utility demands that appear on preliminary report/title commitment and/or Seller/Borrower Information Sheets.
Assist in quoting fees and charges.
Request/authorize loans to fund, receive funds, disburse funds including but not limited to sending out payoffs.
Schedule appointments and assemble documents for signing for both inside and outside of the office.
Assist with customers signing documents inside the office, as assigned by Escrow Officer and/or Branch Manager.
Upload all documents in the appropriate category in the electronic filing system.
Document all conversations relative to each file to keep each team member informed of the file status.
Prepare funding packages, provide conditions, and receive funds.
Assist with training other personnel, guiding them to reach maximum efficiency and production of the branch.
Continue escrow education through company training webinars, seminars, meetings or outside sources (e.g., Escrow Association).
Comply with company policies, procedures, regulatory requirements and complete mandatory company compliance training by prescribed deadlines.
Work from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Knowledge and Skills Required
Requires 2+ years of commercial escrow experience.
Knowledge of title insurance policies, endorsements and title pricing.
Knowledge of escrow documents, escrow fees and terminology.
Basic computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook.
Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment while successfully performing under extreme time constraints and meeting prescribed deadlines.
Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational skills, and ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects.
Benefits May Include
Comprehensive medical, prescriptions, dental and vision plans
401(k) plan with a discretionary company match
Shareholder Purchase and Reinvestment Plan
Basic life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance premium paid by the company
Voluntary supplemental life insurance for employees, spouses and dependent children
Fertility and Family Building Benefits
Paid Disability benefits
Paid time off programs11 company paid holidays per year
Flexible spending account
Health savings account (available to high deductible health plan participants only)
Employee Assistance Program
Educational Assistance Program
Voluntary benefits such as critical illness, hospital indemnity, pet insurance and accident insurance
Title insurance policies and certain escrow services for the employee’s primary personal residence at no charge
Transportation benefit plan for mass transit, parking and vanpool, in several markets
Old Republic Title is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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