Escrow Processor-Title Agency
Star Title Agency LLC, Columbus, OH, United States
OPPORTUNITY
Do work that has a positive impact on individuals, families and communities. Work with our clients and their stakeholders to help make their dreams a reality. With deep expertise in the affordable housing sector, Star Title Agency and Saad & Saad help our clients develop safe, essential housing that revives communities and provides individuals and families with opportunities to flourish.
We have a unique opening for detail-oriented Escrow Processor to join our close-knit, family-oriented team of title, escrow and legal professionals.
Why Work at Star Title Agency and Saad & Saad?
Everyone’s voice counts. We listen to and welcome your ideas.
It’s a collaborative, team-oriented culture, with a lot of variety in your work.
We’re growing, which means there are ample opportunities for you to grow and advance!
High-functioning, professional business operating structure and company culture.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Escrow Processor is primarily responsible for assisting Escrow Officers in accurately preparing a real estate transaction for closing. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Coordinate with lenders, buyers, sellers, real estate agents, and title officers to gather necessary information for closing.
Order and review title commitments, property inspections, and other necessary reports.
Prepare closing documents, including settlement statements, deeds, and affidavits.
Collaborate with the title department to resolve title issues such as legal descriptions, easements, lot splits, vesting, all tax liens, abstracts of judgments, bankruptcies, boundary disputes, encroachments, lis pendens, etc.
Coordinate the signing of closing documents and ensure proper execution.
Oversee the issuance of checks, bills and statements, receipts, and any other documents.
Assist customers and clients with closing related questions.
Prior to disbursement, confirm all funds are collected, all appropriate documents are checked for accuracy, signatures are collected, and acknowledgements and legal descriptions are correct.
Collect all taxes due, HOA dues, and any delinquencies and/or principal and interest.
Ensure all payoffs have been collected, mailed, delivered or wired according to instructions.
Verify against the HUD statement that all disbursements have been paid correctly.
Prior to recording, verify all legal documents for correct acknowledgements, legal, and lien information.
Manage and develop client relationships to encourage future real estate closing transactions.
Provide high level of customer service and develop ongoing escrow referrals for escrow transactions.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum two years’ experience as an administrative assistant, executive assistant, legal assistant, escrow assistant.
Bachelor’s degree in finance, business or related field.
Paralegal certification a plus.
Title license a plus.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, project management software like Monday.com and industry-specific software like RamQuest.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy.
Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and shifting priorities.
Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk, typing on a keyboard, and viewing computer monitor(s).
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Occasional overtime, particularly during project closings.
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Do work that has a positive impact on individuals, families and communities. Work with our clients and their stakeholders to help make their dreams a reality. With deep expertise in the affordable housing sector, Star Title Agency and Saad & Saad help our clients develop safe, essential housing that revives communities and provides individuals and families with opportunities to flourish.
We have a unique opening for detail-oriented Escrow Processor to join our close-knit, family-oriented team of title, escrow and legal professionals.
Why Work at Star Title Agency and Saad & Saad?
Everyone’s voice counts. We listen to and welcome your ideas.
It’s a collaborative, team-oriented culture, with a lot of variety in your work.
We’re growing, which means there are ample opportunities for you to grow and advance!
High-functioning, professional business operating structure and company culture.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Escrow Processor is primarily responsible for assisting Escrow Officers in accurately preparing a real estate transaction for closing. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Coordinate with lenders, buyers, sellers, real estate agents, and title officers to gather necessary information for closing.
Order and review title commitments, property inspections, and other necessary reports.
Prepare closing documents, including settlement statements, deeds, and affidavits.
Collaborate with the title department to resolve title issues such as legal descriptions, easements, lot splits, vesting, all tax liens, abstracts of judgments, bankruptcies, boundary disputes, encroachments, lis pendens, etc.
Coordinate the signing of closing documents and ensure proper execution.
Oversee the issuance of checks, bills and statements, receipts, and any other documents.
Assist customers and clients with closing related questions.
Prior to disbursement, confirm all funds are collected, all appropriate documents are checked for accuracy, signatures are collected, and acknowledgements and legal descriptions are correct.
Collect all taxes due, HOA dues, and any delinquencies and/or principal and interest.
Ensure all payoffs have been collected, mailed, delivered or wired according to instructions.
Verify against the HUD statement that all disbursements have been paid correctly.
Prior to recording, verify all legal documents for correct acknowledgements, legal, and lien information.
Manage and develop client relationships to encourage future real estate closing transactions.
Provide high level of customer service and develop ongoing escrow referrals for escrow transactions.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum two years’ experience as an administrative assistant, executive assistant, legal assistant, escrow assistant.
Bachelor’s degree in finance, business or related field.
Paralegal certification a plus.
Title license a plus.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, project management software like Monday.com and industry-specific software like RamQuest.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy.
Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and shifting priorities.
Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk, typing on a keyboard, and viewing computer monitor(s).
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Occasional overtime, particularly during project closings.
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