REO Closing Specialist II

Newrez; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings Account with employer

401(k) Retirement plan with employer +

Paid Maternity Leave/Parental Bonding

Tuition & Certification reimbursement

Employee Mortgage Loan Program

Emergency and Disaster Fund

Job summary

Newrez is seeking a REO Closing Specialist II to manage a portfolio of Under Contract Real Estate Owned assets. You will oversee 100 to 200 assets, ensure timely closings, review titles, and coordinate with closing agents, attorneys, and real estate professionals.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and 2–4 years of real estate closing experience; Notary is a plus. This role supports a multi-state closing workflow and emphasizes accuracy and regulatory adherence.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of real estate closing documentation and procedures
• Strong persuasion and negotiation skills
• Strong oral/written communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a multi-tasked environment
• Ability to work out complex problems with minimal supervision
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations

Responsibilities

• Adhere to company policy, procedures, and timelines.
• Ability to work multi-state closing portfolio.
• Understand the closing process thoroughly.
• Review and clear title.
• Comply with internal directives and investor requirements.
• Maintain partnerships with closing agents, attorneys, and real estate agents.
• Train and oversee closing agents’ performance.
• Review closing documents for correctness and completeness.
• Ensure wires are received and funds posted correctly.
• Adhere to closing timelines.
• Perform related duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Persuasion skills

Negotiation skills

Oral & written communication

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Notary preferred

Job description

Who We Are

At Newrez, we bring big thinkers and caring doers together to make home happen. We’re a team built on heart and hustle, united by a commitment to show up for our customers, our communities, and each other. We believe that when our people thrive, homeowners thrive - and that’s why we invest in your growth, wellbeing, and ability to make an impact.

Who We Are

At Newrez, we bring big thinkers and caring doers together to make home happen. We’re a team built on heart and hustle, united by a commitment to show up for our customers, our communities, and each other. We believe that when our people thrive, homeowners thrive - and that’s why we invest in your growth, wellbeing, and ability to make an impact.

Every day, we work to exceed the expectations of our residential mortgage borrowers and business partners through superior service, simple processes, and clear communication. We do this by empowering our employees, encouraging innovative solutions and recognizing great performance.

Primary Function

The REO Closing Specialist II will manage a portfolio of Under Contract Real Estate Owned Assets (REO). They will handle a total portfolio of 100 to 200 assets.

Principal Duties

• Adhere to company policy, procedures, and timelines.
• Ability to work multi-state closing portfolio.
• Have a comprehensive understanding of the closing process.
• Ability to review and clear title.
• Comply with all internal directive and investor requirements.
• Maintain strong partnerships with closing agents, attorneys, and real estate agents.
• Train and oversee closing agents’ performance.
• Reviews closing documents to ensure they are correct and complete.
• Ensure wires are received and funds are posted correctly.
• Adhere to strict closing timelines.
• Performs related duties as assigned by management.

Education And Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, required.
• 2-4 years’ real estate closing experience is required.
• Notary considered a plus.

Knowledge, Skill, and Ability Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of real estate closing documentation and procedures
• Strong persuasion and negotiation skills
• Strong oral/written communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a multi-tasked environment.
• Ability to workout complex problem with minimal supervision
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.

While this description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position’s requirements, it in no way implies/states that these are the only job responsibilities. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and request other duties, as necessary.

Additional Information

While this description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position’s requirements, it in no way implies/states that these are the only job responsibilities. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and request other duties, as necessary.

All employees are required to have smart phones that meet Company security standards with the ability to install apps such as Microsoft Authenticator. Employment will be contingent on this requirement.

Why Newrez

We’re a great place to work because we invest in what matters: your career, your community, your wellbeing, and your future. Our total rewards package is designed to support your whole self.

Company Benefits

We offer benefits, programs, and perks that support you in every aspect of your life.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• 401(k) Retirement plan with employer match
• Paid Maternity Leave/Parental Bonding Leave/Caregiver Leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Tuition & Certification reimbursement
• Employee Mortgage Loan Program
• The Newrez Employee Emergency and Disaster Fund is a program to support our team members experiencing hardships

Newrez NOW

Through Newrez NOW, our Corporate Social Responsibility program, you’ll have opportunities to give back, lead, and make a difference.

• 1 company-paid Volunteer Time Off day (with over 40,000 volunteer hours contributed since our inception)
• Matching Gifts Program - dollar-for-dollar up to $1,000
• Access to grants, nonprofit resources, and volunteer opportunities
• More than $6,000,000 donated since 2020
• 1 in 5 employees participates in at least one Employee Resource Group (ERG)

Equal Employment Opportunity

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer- and celebrate our employees' differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. Different makes us better.

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