Escrow Closer

HomeServices of America; Clayton (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health Savings Account

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation (PTO)

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

HomeServices of America in Clayton, MO is seeking an Escrow Closer to join the in-office closing team. This role interfaces with buyers and sellers to ensure all documents and balances are prepared and executed for sales and mortgage transactions.

Key tasks include preparing loan packages, handling title evidence, HUD statements, and conducting closings while resolving title defects. Occasional overtime and travel may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1–2 years of title closing experience preferred.
• Strong computer skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a team and manage deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit loan packages, deposits, disbursement documentation, recording package and final policy package to the appropriate department or entities.
• Respond promptly to any returned or rejected mortgage or recording packages; assist lender.
• Prepare transferring and mortgage documentation, HUD Settlement Statements and related documents.
• Conduct the closing and explain all related documents and closing costs.
• Examine title evidence for defects and take action to correct title defects; ensure title issues are resolved prior to closing.
• Perform any additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.
• May occasionally work extra hours during peak times of the month; willing to travel when necessary; title license may be required.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Customer service

Sales/marketing awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Work as part of the closing team to help create the American dream of home ownership come true! We are seeking an Escrow Closer to work in our Clayton, MO office. This is an in-office position, working Monday – Friday.

As an Escrow Closer, you play a key role within our company because you interface directly with buyers and sellers. The Escrow Closer facilitates a closing, ensuring all documents and balances required to complete a sales and mortgage transaction are properly prepared and executed. Monitor the upcoming transaction, reviewing for completeness and compliance and ensuring all necessary information has been ordered and is accurate, e.g. payoff, abstract, title evidence, reports, mortgage documentation, and other pertinent information.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit closed loan package, deposits and disbursement documentation, recording package, final policy package and/or commission package to appropriate department or entities.
• Respond in a timely manner to any returned or rejected mortgage or recording packages. Respond to requests made on closed loans to assist lender.
• Prepare transferring and mortgage documentation, HUD Settlement Statements and other required miscellaneous documents.
• Conduct the closing including explanation of all related documents and closing costs.
• Examine title evidence for defects and take the necessary action to correct title defect.
• Ensure that title issues are resolved prior to closing.
• Perform any additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or the equivalent.
• One to two years title closing experience strongly preferred.
• Strong computer skills.
• Marketing and sales skills preferred.
• Superior communication skills, including presentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• The ability to work as a member in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently under deadline pressure.
• High degree of integrity, self-motivated, organized, detail oriented, and possess a strong aptitude for figures.
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.

Other (licenses, Certifications, Schedule Flexibility/OT, Travel, Etc.)

• May occasionally work extra hours during peak times of the month.
• Willingness to travel when necessary.
• Position may require a title license.

We offer a full suite of benefits including Medical, Health Savings Account, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation (PTO), 401(k) with employer match, Flexible Spending Account, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Equal Opportunity Employer