Sign upLog in

National Escrow Officer (remote, PST working hours)

First American Title Insurance Company

Seattle, WA(remote)

Apply
JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$26.88–$35.82 Per Hour
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Communication Skills, Corporate Policies, County Ordinances, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Diversity, Escrow, Financial Administration, Financial Transactions, Insurance, Intellectual Property (IP), Licensing, Loans, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Professional Services, Purchasing/Procurement, Real Estate, Reporting Skills, Residential Real Estate, Risk Management, Sales, Sales Closing Skills, State Laws and Regulations, Status Reports, Technical Leadership, Underwriting, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Seattle, WA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Who We AreJoin a team that puts its People First! First American's Direct division provides comprehensive title insurance protection and professional settlement services for real estate purchases, refinances and equity loans. Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list for ten consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.

What We DoEnable you to provide best in class service and support to your clients by leveraging industry leading technology and the strongest escrow and underwriter partners in the business. We are transforming the residential real estate experience one closing at a time.

First American is looking for an energetic Escrow Officer to join our National Residential Team.

This is a client facing role working with all external deal parties (buyer, seller, lender) in order to clear standard title issues, create settlement statements, prepare closing packages, and schedule closings. The majority, if not all, of these closings will be handled in a mail-in fashion. Additional title support will be provided by our National Underwriting Team.

In this role you will work in a dynamic, fast-paced setting focused on customer service and closing deals. This role requires exceptional decision-making skills, strong communication skills, and the ability to multi-task as part of a team.

What You'll Do

Complete real estate escrow transactions by determining requirements
Act as a neutral liaison between file parties, adhere to company policy, and monitor and mitigate risk to the company
Responsible for ensuring that all funds are properly accounted for and disbursed in accordance with the terms of the contract and our company policy
Prepare regular reports on the status of the escrow account and provide these reports to the parties involved in the transaction
Examine property titles, mortgages, and trust deed documents
Prepare legal documents for the closure of the sale
Complete closing by recording and filing documents, preparing, and distributing final closing statements and title

What You'll Bring

2-4 years of escrow-related experience
Experience directly handling escrow transactions
Openness to new technology and proprietary programs; adjusts easily to new workflow
Passion for helping customers while maintaining a professional and positive attitude
Excellent verbal and written communication with both our internal team and external customers; comfortable using various types of communication to meet customer needs
Problem solver with strong organizational skills, is detail oriented, and knows how to navigate internal and external resources to resolve issues
Thrives in contributing to a team working together to deliver beyond customer expectations
Comfortable guiding and supporting future talent learning the business
Knowledge of MS Office suite and ability to quickly adapt to new software applications and technologies
Valid Licensing/Certification as required by applicable state
High school diploma or equivalent

Pay Range: $26.88 - $35.82 Hourly, Remote

This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.

** Note that the following statements only apply to candidates who will be working from an unincorporated area within Los Angeles County. **

First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act).

First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant's criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements.

What We OfferBy choice, we don't simply accept individuality - we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it's the right thing to do, but also because it's the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.

Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.

First American invests in its employees' development and well-being, empowers them to provide superior customer service and encourages them to serve the communities where they live and work. First American is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer.

About the Company

F

First American Title Insurance Company