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First American

Escrow Advisor (Remote- US)

Santa Ana, CA · Remote

$73K - $98K/yr

This role is remote in the United States and may require some travel. HOW YOU'LL CONTRIBUTE * Consults with and advises Escrow Officers on transactions with how to address unusual circumstances, how ...

JBA International

Escrow Officer

Palmdale, CA · On-site +1

$100K - $500K/yr

One of Southern California's elite independent escrow companies is seeking an Escrow Officer and a seasoned Jr. Escrow Officer/Escrow Assistant for their modern office in Palmdale, CA. Additionally ...

JBA International

Escrow Officer

Palmdale, CA · On-site +1

$100K - $500K/yr

One of Southern California's elite independent escrow companies is seeking an Escrow Officer and a seasoned Jr. Escrow Officer/Escrow Assistant for their modern office in Palmdale, CA. Additionally ...

LHH US

Real Estate Paralegal (REMOTE)

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

$110K - $160K/yr

Coordinate signatures, escrow requirements, and closing logistics. * Assist with entity formations ... Remote or hybrid work options available * Comprehensive benefits package * Opportunity to work on ...

LHH US

Real Estate Paralegal (REMOTE)

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

$110K - $160K/yr

Coordinate signatures, escrow requirements, and closing logistics. * Assist with entity formations ... Remote or hybrid work options available * Comprehensive benefits package * Opportunity to work on ...

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How much do remote escrow jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote escrow in California is $57,624.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,300.00 and $65,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote escrow?

A Remote Escrow job involves handling real estate transactions online by managing documents, coordinating with buyers, sellers, lenders, and title companies, and ensuring funds are securely transferred. Escrow officers or assistants work remotely to facilitate closings, verify legal compliance, and maintain communication between all parties. This role requires strong attention to detail, knowledge of escrow processes, and proficiency in digital transaction management systems.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the remote escrow position?

To thrive as a Remote Escrow, you need a solid understanding of escrow processes, real estate or financial documentation, and regulatory compliance, typically supported by experience in real estate transactions and, in some states, an escrow officer license. Familiarity with digital escrow platforms, electronic document management systems, and secure communication tools is essential. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and clear communication are standout soft skills in this position. These are important because they ensure transactions remain secure, compliant, and smoothly coordinated between all parties, even when working remotely.

What are some common challenges faced by remote escrow professionals and how are they addressed?

Remote Escrow professionals often manage the complexities of coordinating between multiple parties—such as buyers, sellers, agents, and lenders—entirely through digital communication. Challenges can include ensuring document security, maintaining compliance with regulations across different states, and facilitating efficient communication in various time zones. To address these, remote escrow staff typically rely on robust digital tools, clear process documentation, and proactive updates to all stakeholders throughout the transaction. Strong organizational skills and responsiveness are key to overcoming these hurdles and delivering a seamless escrow experience. Team collaboration and ongoing training in digital tools also help maintain efficiency and compliance.

Is a remote escrow officer a stressful job?

A remote escrow officer manages the process of transferring property ownership, which can involve tight deadlines, attention to detail, and handling sensitive financial information. The job can be stressful during high-volume periods or when resolving issues, but it also offers flexibility and the ability to work independently. Overall, stress levels depend on workload, experience, and the work environment.

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Infographic showing various Remote Escrow job openings in California as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, and 28% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,624 per year, or $27.7 per hour.

Escrow Advisor (Remote- US)

Santa Ana, CA • On-site, Remote

First American Financial Corporation
Real Estate • 11 - 50 employees
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$73K - $98K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Who We Are
Join a team that puts its People First! 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 eleven 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 Do
Come work with a dynamic team providing best in class service and support in the homebuilder/new construction real estate space. At First American we provide our teams with the support, tools, and technology that they need to ensure that providing unparalleled customer service is your primary focus. We are looking to add an Escrow Advisor to our Homebuilder Services team. In this role you will support escrow operational staff by setting, communicating, or clarifying the governance of escrow transactions. This includes applicable federal, state, and local laws and company underwriting, escrow, and auditing guidelines. You will act in an advisory role to client groups providing information and training.
This role is remote in the United States and may require some travel.
HOW YOU'LL CONTRIBUTE
  • Consults with and advises Escrow Officers on transactions with how to address unusual circumstances, how to structure, what documents to use and what guidelines to follow.
  • Stays up to date on new laws, current market trends, and current escrow issues in order to provide appropriate guidance and consultation to escrow officers. Keeps management informed by reviewing and analyzing reports; summarizing information; identifying trends.
  • Uses information from communications with escrow staff to report back to advisory group what gaps need to be addressed through training or what guidelines need to be developed and communicated to escrow staff.
  • Works with training staff to coordinate training.
  • Audits training and makes recommendations for improvement.
  • Audits escrow files as requested or manages and administers an escrow audit program for state(s).
  • Works on special projects as requested such as responding to regulatory inquiries, gathering documentation in response to legal department requests, performing tasks required to close an office (trial balance clean-up) and reviewing and analyzing statistical reports from FAST and other systems.
  • Acts as FACC SME/Liaison and reports changes in rates to FACC team, tests new rates, monitors requests for fixes.
  • Acts as FACC Override Report administrator. Disseminates and reviews override reports to escrow admins.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING
Required Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure
  • High school diploma required
  • Some college preferred
  • 5-7 years as an Escrow Officer or related work experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)
  • Experience in multiple types of escrows such as commercial, bulk, mobile home and new home/subdivision
  • FAST knowledge preferred
  • Strong customer interfacing skills
  • Ability to communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing
  • Strong MS Office skills
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Self-motivated; self-starter
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and respond quickly to emergent problems

Pay Range: $73,900.00 - $98,500.00 Annually
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 Offer
By choice, we don't simply accept individuality - we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First culture is inclusive for all employees - not just because it's the right thing to do, but 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.

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