Escrow/Title Assistant

AmTrust Financial Services Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 27,552 - 42,705; Full time

Job summary

AmTrust Financial Services is seeking an Escrow Assistant to manage residential real estate closings from start to finish. You will coordinate with buyers, sellers, agents, lenders, and brokers, clear title, balance and disburse escrow funds, and record documents to insure title.

The role requires 1–4 years of escrow experience, and a notary license or the ability to obtain one within 90 days. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 1-4 years of escrow assistant experience (preferred real estate background).
• Notary license or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment.
• Ability to work without supervision, multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Good oral, written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of Resware and/or Qualia is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Review residential purchase/sale contracts and ensure terms are met.
• Review title commitments and clear curative items; resolve issues.
• Prepare and issue closing-related letters and transfer documents.
• Coordinate closings with all parties involved.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and company policies.
• Record documents in the proper counties.
• Maintain relations with customers and align with Mason Title goals.
• Handle confidential information professionally.
• Support supervisor with other duties or special projects.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Time management

Communication

Team player

Education

Notary license (within 90 days)

Tools

Resware

Qualia

Job description

Overview

This position is responsible for handling residential real estate closings from beginning to end. This includes keeping buyer, seller, real estate agent, lender and mortgage broker up to date throughout the transaction as well as clearing title, closing, balancing and disbursing escrow funds, recording documents to convey and insure title, and other ancillary tasks that relate to the issuance of title insurance.

Responsibilities

• Review residential purchase/sale contracts and comply with all terms.
• Review title commitment and clear curative items. Identify any potential issues or encumbrances and work to resolve.
• Prepare and issue Closing Protection Letters, title curative documents and transfer documents.
• Coordinate Closings with all parties involved.
• Ensure compliance that all transactions meet the regulations as well as company policies and procedures.
• Ensure all documents are properly recorded within the proper counties.
• Develop and maintain good working relations with customers, as well as the policies and goals of Mason Title.
• Handle customers confidential information in a professional manner
• Handle other duties or special projects as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

• One to Four years of experience as an Escrow Assistant (preferred background in real estate)
• Notary license - If candidate does not have license they must have the ability to attain it within 90 days of employment.
• Ability to work without direct supervision, multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Good oral, written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Team player
• Knowledge of Resware and/or Qualia is beneficial but not necessary.
• The expected salary range for this role is $20.00-$31.00/hour.
• Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a wide range of factors considered in making the compensation decision, including, but not limited to, candidate skills, experience, education and training, the scope and responsibilities of the role, as well as market and business considerations.

What We Offer

AmTrust Financial Services offers a competitive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include: Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off.

AmTrust strives to create a diverse and inclusive culture where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. This concept encompasses but is not limited to human differences with regard to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture, religion or disabilities.

AmTrust values excellence and recognizes that by embracing the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of its workforce, it will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. Diversity is a business imperative, enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available. We see diversity as more than just policies and practices. It is an integral part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future.