Part Time Settlement Agent

Do you have some Title Insurance or Lending experience and are looking to take the next step in your career? If so, we need YOU!

At Independent Bank we promote a culture that encourages professional growth and embraces the collective sum of your individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities and talent. We value diversity of thought, ideas, and background. Our inclusive and collaborative culture helps us find the best solutions to meet the needs of our clients and company.

About the Job:

As a Part Time Settlement Agent you will facilitate all aspects of the closing, coordinates with realtors, lenders, developers, borrowers and sellers. Additionally, you will review loan instructions, purchase agreements and title commitments. You will also ensure all aspects of loan instructions, purchase agreements and title commitments are followed. Finally, you will prepare closing documents and conduct signing of documents with customers, disburse file once closed, and you will ensure customers receive the highest level of customer service.

Why You Should Apply:

• Competitive compensation package.
• A knowledgeable, goal-driven, and exciting team of colleagues.
• Exposure to different areas of banking and the ability to work with leaders within the industry.
• Community-focused events and volunteer opportunities.

What You Will Do:

• Prepare closing packages for mortgages, land contracts, cash, or leasehold transactions.
• Enter settlement information into computer system.
• Prepare seller and buyer closing packages and associated settlement documents.
• Facilitate the signing of all documents
• Disburse funds in accordance with settlement statement and office procedures
• Distribute recordable documents to register of deeds office
• Distribute additional documents and funds in accordance with transaction.
• Ensure all requirements of title commitment are met
• Prepare Short-Form Title Insurance Policies
• Additional duties as necessary.

What We're Looking For:

• High school diploma or GED required.

• 1+ years prior title insurance or lending experience required.

• Detail-oriented with excellent typing skills.

• Good math & Customer Service skills.

• Ability to work in fast paced environment under pressure.

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