Commercial Escrow Officer

Jobtailor; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a seasoned Commercial Escrow Specialist in Raleigh, NC to manage the full settlement lifecycle. You will review documents, prepare statements, and coordinate with buyers, sellers, attorneys, and lenders while ensuring regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes accuracy, multi-transaction handling, and strong client relationship skills to support growth and retention.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent industry experience.
• Minimum 5 years of escrow closing experience with commercial focus.
• Knowledge of commercial real estate transactions, title insurance, and lender requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret purchase agreements and closing documents.
• Experience with escrow software platforms such as Softpro.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial escrow transactions from opening through funding.
• Review purchase agreements, title commitments, lender instructions, and related closing documents.
• Prepare settlement statements and handle disbursements.
• Coordinate with buyers, sellers, attorneys, and lenders through the closing process.
• Verify receipt of earnest money deposits and closing funds.
• Ensure compliance with procedures, underwriter guidelines, and regulations.
• Oversee funding and disbursement of escrow funds.
• Develop strong client relationships to support growth and retention.
• Serve as the primary customer contact from contract receipt through funding.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Project Management

Attention to Detail

Multi-State Closings

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Softpro Escrow Software

Transaction Management Software

Job description

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial escrow transactions from opening through funding
• Review purchase agreements, title commitments, lender instructions, and related closing documentation
• Prepare settlement statements and handle disbursements
• Coordinate with buyers, sellers, attorneys, and lenders throughout the closing process
• Verify receipt of earnest money deposits and closing funds
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, underwriter guidelines, and state and federal regulations
• Oversee funding and disbursement of escrow funds
• Develop and maintain strong customer and business relationships to support growth and client retention
• Serve as the primary customer contact throughout the settlement lifecycle, coordinating the settlement process from contract receipt through funding

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent industry experience
• Minimum 5 years of escrow closing experience, with significant commercial transaction experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of commercial real estate transactions, title insurance, escrow procedures, and lender requirements
• Ability to read and interpret purchase agreements and closing documents
• Experience with Softpro escrow software platforms preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and project management abilities
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple high-value transactions simultaneously
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and transaction management software
• National commercial title company experience preferred
• Experience with multi-state closings, construction lending, REITs, and 1031 exchanges preferred

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in managing commercial escrow transactions, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining strong client relationships. Proficient in handling complex documentation and coordinating with multiple stakeholders throughout the settlement process.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Commercial Escrow Transactions Management
• Strong Knowledge of Title Insurance
• Experience with Softpro Escrow Software
• Excellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

ATS Optimization KeywordsHard Skills

• Escrow Procedures
• Closing Documentation Review
• Settlement Statement Preparation
• Disbursement Handling
• Analytical Skills
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Project Management
• Attention to Detail
• Multi-State Closings
• Commercial Real Estate Transactions

Soft Skills

• Organizational Abilities
• Customer Relationship Management

Industry Keywords

• Commercial Transactions
• Lender Requirements
• 1031 Exchanges
• Construction Lending
• REITs

Tools & Technologies

• Softpro Escrow Software
• Transaction Management Software