Escrow Officer

Job Title : Escrow Officer-Transaction Manager

Location : On Site - Columbus, OH

Salary : $60,000-$100,000 DOE

Skills : Closing, escrow, Title Insurance, Transaction Manager, Settlement Statements

About the Real Estate Company / The Opportunity :

Join a respected leader in the real estate industry, renowned for its commitment to professionalism, service, and integrity. As an Escrow Officer-Transaction Manager, you will play a critical role in delivering seamless real estate title and closing services while fostering strong partnerships with clients and industry professionals. This role offers the opportunity to manage complex real estate transactions from start to finish, working closely with experts across the field to ensure a smooth and successful closing experience.

• Responsibilities : Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring an exceptional client experience throughout the closing process.
• Coordinate communications with realtors, lenders, attorneys, buyers, and sellers to facilitate transactions and prepare for closings.
• Resolve title insurance commitment items, clear title defects, and obtain necessary documents or signatures to ensure marketable title.
• Prepare Closing Disclosures and Settlement Statements in compliance with contracts, instructions, and state / federal requirements.
• Conduct closing and settlement procedures in alignment with company standards and guidelines.
• Establish and nurture business relationships with realtors and lenders to support ongoing business growth.
• Manage and oversee title order files from opening through final disbursement, meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure smooth resolution of transactional issues and successful closings.
• Must-Have Skills : At least one year of experience in the real estate title industry in a similar capacity.
• Strong understanding of real estate transaction processes, including title clearance and escrow procedures.
• Exceptional organization and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple files simultaneously.
• Proficiency in preparing and understanding Settlement Statements and Closing Disclosures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills across various platforms (email, phone, video, in-person).
• Nice-to-Have Skills : Experience coordinating multi-channel communications among diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining high accuracy.
• Attention to detail with proper grammar and professional correspondence.
• Knowledge of current state and federal regulations related to real estate settlements.
• Ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships within the industry.