Benefits:- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Position Type: Full-time, non-exempt Reports to: Escrow Officer
Position Summary
An Escrow Assistant (Pre-Closing Specialist) is responsible for completing many of the tasks involved prior to the closing of a real estate transaction. This position serves as the initial contact with many internal and external parties including lenders, attorneys, buyers/sellers, real estate agents, and underwriters.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Coordinates the collection of information and successfully communicates with all parties by phone and email
- Examine Title Orders, Purchase Agreements, Title Exams, and other legal documents
- Interview buyers and sellers for information necessary to the closing process
- Enter information and notes into SoftPro
- Review correspondence to ensure the pre-closing process is proceeding as scheduled
- Obtain payoff statements and updates as needed
- Coordinate closing date, time, and location with all parties
- Assist the Escrow Officer with ensuring all requirements have been met prior to closing
- Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner
- Completes other tasks as assigned by supervisor and attorneys
Competencies
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Customer service-oriented
- Strong reading comprehension skills
- Basic knowledge of Louisiana property laws desired
- Basic research skills
- General computer competency and working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work independently but function within a team-oriented professional structure
- Ability to meet deadlines, multitask, and prioritize in an environment with shifting timeframes
Work Environment
This job is located in a professional office environment and is eligible for occasional work from home.
Physical Demands
This is largely a sedentary role, requiring use of typical office equipment such as a computer, printer, scanner/copier, and phone.
Required Education and Experience
- Experience in real estate or banking desired
- High school diploma or equivalent required
Flexible work from home options available.