Escrow Officer - Real Estate Closings & Customer Impact

First American Financial Corporation; O'Fallon (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

PTO

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

First American in O’Fallon, IL seeks an Escrow Officer to manage real estate escrow transactions in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. You will establish new escrow accounts, manage funds, and prepare closing documents, ensuring compliance with policies.

This in-office role requires decisive judgment, clear communication, and teamwork to help clients achieve home ownership. Join a company known for its people-first culture and comprehensive benefits, located at 729 Insight Ave, Ste 100,

Qualifications

• 3+ years of escrow-related experience required.
• Commercial escrow experience is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with good organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office and adaptability to new software.

Responsibilities

• Complete real estate escrow transactions by determining requirements.
• Act as a neutral liaison between file parties, adhere to company policy, and monitor and mitigate risk to the company.
• Ensure funds are properly accounted for and disbursed per contract terms and policy.
• Prepare regular reports on escrow account status and share with involved parties.
• Examine titles, mortgages, and trust deed documents.
• Prepare legal documents for the closure of the sale.
• Complete closing by recording and filing documents and distributing closing statements and title.

Skills

Escrow experience

Customer service

Communication skills

Detail oriented

MS Office

Licensing/certification

Team player

Job description

First American in O’Fallon, IL seeks an Escrow Officer to manage real estate escrow transactions in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. You will establish new escrow accounts, manage funds, and prepare closing documents, ensuring compliance with policies.

This in-office role requires decisive judgment, clear communication, and teamwork to help clients achieve home ownership. Join a company known for its people-first culture and comprehensive benefits, located at 729 Insight Ave, Ste 100,