Provides centralized clerical processing of all documents connected with the initiation or closing of escrows, relieving branches of high-volume paperwork. Communicates information and instructions to escrow branches,
• Accurately maintain an ongoing daily task list (workflow dashboard) with no overdue tasks
• Back-room operations support for branch to prepare for closing, to include reviewing commitment/prelim and seller/buyer Information forms to order tax certificates, HOA certificates/statements, surveys, payoff statements, lien releases and any other workflow dashboard items assigned, as needed
• Evaluate and review real estate contracts and all supporting documents.
• Responsible for requesting &/or follow-up coordination on payoffs, homeowner’s association demands, verify tax information. Along with any other title liens &/or documents required prior to close.
• Support branch operations to prepare for closing.
• Exercise sound judgment to identify discrepancies, assess risk to make informed decisions.
Job Knowledge and Skills:
• Experience in the closing/title/real estate industry.
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Professional verbal/written skills along with strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and high level of organization.
• Demonstrate follow through, in a fast-paced, high volume and deadline-oriented environment.
• Available to work during core business hours and have the flexibility to work extended hours as needed.
• Ability to work independently and proactively to meet timelines and complete tasks in a timely, efficient, and error-free manner
• Excellent computer skills, as we are considered a paperless environment with over 95% of work requiring a computer
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