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Real Estate Transaction & Referral Specialist

Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman

Burlington, VT

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounts Payable, Administrative Skills, Background Investigation, Bank Management, Best Practices, Billing, Brokerage, Communication Skills, Contract Processing, Contract Review, Cross-Functional, Customer Experience, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Escrow, Finance, Financial Operations, Financial Services, Intuit Quickbooks, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Office, Onboarding, Operational Improvement, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Real Estate, Reconciliation, Relocation Services, Rentals, Sales, Sales Prospecting, Service Delivery, Status Reports, Systems Maintenance, Team Player, Time Management, Transaction Processing/Management, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Webinar, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Burlington, VT
POSTED
13 days ago
This job was posted by https://www.vermontjoblink.com : For more information, please see: https://www.vermontjoblink.com/jobs/1376155 **Summary** The Transaction & Referral Specialist is a full-time, cross-functional role supporting both the Finance and Sales teams at Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman. This position plays a critical part in the smooth execution of real estate transactions and referral services, from initial client inquiries to final closings. The role requires exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to manage time-sensitive, confidential tasks in a fast-paced, team-driven environment. By combining the key responsibilities of both transaction coordination and referral management, this position enhances operational efficiency, ensures compliance, and supports exceptional service delivery to clients, agents, and partner organizations. **Responsibilities** **Transaction Management** - Involved in all aspects of real estate transactions from contract to closing. - Review and process contracts, amendments, disclosures, and compliance documents. - Maintain and organize transaction filesboth digital and physicalensuring accessibility and accuracy. - Coordinate escrow and closing processes, including reconciliation, deposit processing, agent commission settlements, and release of funds. - Prepare transaction status reports and support data tracking for internal reporting. **Referral & Relocation Services** - Process and verify referral payments to ensure accuracy and timely distribution; manage W-9 collection and vendor documentation and close out in eRelo and Back Office. - Track and update the status of all incoming and outgoing referrals using platforms like eRelocation, LeadsEngine, Broker Center, and others. - Support the Home Services Program with scheduling, onboarding new members, vendor billing, and support the Relocation Manager with annual events. - Coordinate the creation and distribution of relocation packets and resources. - Back up the Relocation Manager as needed to respond to and screen incoming relocation and referral inquiries; match clients with agents based on needs. **Finance Team Support** - Perform such other administrative duties as assigned by the Controller in support of the Finance Team operations including, but not limited to, agent billings and accounts payable processing. **Agent & Team Support** - Train and support agents and assistants on transaction platforms and referral tools. - Assist with onboarding new team members, ensuring a strong understanding of systems and processes. - Participate in internal webinars, team meetings, and ongoing professional development to stay aligned with best practices. - Help maintain operational systems that improve workflow and enhance collaboration between departments. **Communication & Collaboration** - Available as a point of contact for agents, clients, vendors, and referral partners throughout transaction and referral lifecycles. - Address rental inquiries and enter in prospecting tools to nurture those leads until they are ready for agent placement.ss. - Review and process contracts, amendments, disclosures, and compliance documents. - Maintain and organize transaction filesboth digital and physicalensuring accessibility and accuracy. - Coordinate escrow and closing processes, including reconciliation, deposit processing, agent commission settlements, and release of funds. - Prepare transaction status reports and support data tracking for internal reporting. **Skills & Attributes** - Team-oriented with a growth and service-first mindset - Meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational skills - High degree of professiona ism, discretion, and confidentiality - Excellent written and verbal communication - Problem-solving mindset with the ability to manage priorities and deadlines - Proficient in Microsoft Office with the ability to quickly learn real estate platforms (e.g., eRelocation, LeadsEngine, Dotloop, Back Office) and accounting platforms (e.g. Quickbooks) - Adaptable to changing technologies and workflows **Qualifications** - Degree in Business or a related field, or equivalent work experience - 24 years of experience in financial services or a related industry - Prior experience in administrative and client-focused service roles preferred - Willingness to complete relocation certification (ALN) and background check If you are passionate about real estate and eager to make an impact as part of a leading agency, we invite you to apply today and help us create exceptional experiences for our clients! **Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative environment whe**

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