Hybrid Real Estate Closing Specialist

Compeer; Bloomington (IL); Hybrid; USD 47,100 - 66,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Flexible schedules

401k with company match up to 9%

Medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA

Life & AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness program & EAP

Vacation, sick leave, holidays/floats

Parental leave

Volunteer paid time off

Learning and development programs

Job summary

Compeer Financial in Bloomington, IL is seeking a Closing Agent to process, close, fund and service real estate transactions. The role ensures closings comply with regulations and company policies, coordinating with internal teams and external partners.

You will review title documents, coordinate appraisals and title commitments, prepare settlement statements and manage funding and record-keeping. A Notary commission and relevant licenses are preferred; a degree in accounting or related field is

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent in accounting, business administration, legal, agriculture or related field.
• Closing Agent License; Insurance Producer License preferred (or ability to obtain within twelve months, where applicable).
• Notary Public commission for the state (or ability to obtain within three months); e-notary possible.
• Working knowledge of loan approval processes and requirements, personal property security documents, real estate, legal, banking, security requirements and title insurance.
• Working knowledge of legal descriptions and collateral documents to gather information for document preparation.
• Basic accounting and mathematical skills to calculate data, reconcile funds and determine payoffs.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the accurate processing, closing, funding and servicing of transactions secured by real estate properties.
• Ensure closings are completed in accordance with regulations, policies and procedures.
• Collect documents and complete due diligence to confirm underwriting conditions are met.
• Verify accuracy of legal descriptions, property ownership and legal access for real estate secured transactions.
• Coordinate with departments and external companies to order title commitments, appraisals and flood zone determinations.
• Review title commitments, deeds, real estate title documents, UCC filings and other documents to confirm lien position.
• Independently create or review settlement statements and disbursement agreements to ensure funds are disbursed accurately.
• Coordinate on-site and off-site closings and explain forms, answer questions, secure signatures; may perform witness closings.
• Administer funding execution and proper booking and data maintenance.
• File legal documents with government entities to perfect lien position.
• Collaborates with sales to service client relationships and loan servicing.
• Assist Lending Client Coordinators by providing backup to all job functions.
• Conduct post-close review of transactions to ensure compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Loan approval processes

Legal descriptions knowledge

Collateral documents knowledge

Basic accounting math skills

Education

Associate’s degree in accounting, business administration, legal, agriculture or related field

Closing Agent License; Insurance Producer License preferred (or ability to obtain within twelve months)

Commissioned as a Notary Public for the state (or ability to obtain within three months); may include e-notary

Job description

Compeer Financial in Bloomington, IL is seeking a Closing Agent to process, close, fund and service real estate transactions. The role ensures closings comply with regulations and company policies, coordinating with internal teams and external partners.

You will review title documents, coordinate appraisals and title commitments, prepare settlement statements and manage funding and record-keeping. A Notary commission and relevant licenses are preferred; a degree in accounting or related field is