Escrow Specialist: Closings & Title Solutions

First American; Georgia; On-site; USD 56,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401k plan

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

First American in Georgia is seeking an Escrow Assistant to support real estate transactions, establish escrow accounts, review closing documents, and disburse funds to ensure accurate closings.

The role requires a high school diploma, 2–4 years escrow experience, and state licensing where required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is expected. Competitive benefits accompany our people-first culture and career growth.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 2-4 years related experience.
• Experience handling escrow transactions as an escrow assistant preferable.
• Valid Licensing/Certification as required by applicable state.

Responsibilities

• Completes real estate escrow transactions by determining requirements; clearing titles; assembling, preparing, and reviewing closing documents; disbursing funds.
• Determines closing requirements by studying and clarifying buyer, seller, and lender instructions.
• Orders title reports for issuing title insurance, resolving title defects; satisfying existing liens and encumbrances against property or principals.
• Establishes escrow account by depositing funds; maintaining records.
• Prepares transaction documents by completing forms and statements; collecting and reviewing existing documents.
• Completes calculations by prorating taxes and interest.
• Completes closing transaction documents by assembling documents; reviewing papers with parties; explaining provisions and procedures; answering questions; checking documents for completeness and accuracy; obtaining signatures.
• Completes closing by recording and filing documents; preparing and distributing final closing statements and title. Prepares settlement statement by utilizing lender instructions.
• Closes escrow account by balancing and disbursing funds.
• Complies with regulatory requirements and company policy by adhering, and enforcing adherence, to requirements.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Escrow/Title knowledge

Microsoft Office

Client relations

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

2-4 years escrow experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

First American in Georgia is seeking an Escrow Assistant to support real estate transactions, establish escrow accounts, review closing documents, and disburse funds to ensure accurate closings.

The role requires a high school diploma, 2–4 years escrow experience, and state licensing where required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is expected. Competitive benefits accompany our people-first culture and career growth.