Title - Escrow Officer

933 Lennar Title, Inc.; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Education assistance

Adoption assistance

Vacation and holidays

Job summary

Lennar Title is hiring an Escrow Officer in Fort Myers, FL. You will manage daily escrow activities, coordinate with the Branch or Escrow Manager, and ensure accurate processing of demands, releases, and signings.

Ideal candidates have at least 3 years of escrow experience, a notary license, and a valid driver’s license. Join a Fortune 150 company with strong benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of Escrow Officer experience.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Notary license required.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Communicates and coordinates daily responsibilities with the Branch or Escrow Manager.
• Obtains demands/releases to clear title.
• Draws instructions and supporting documents for signing.
• Audits and closes file when all funds and documents are received.
• Disburses funds and prepares settlement sheets.
• Writes escrow instructions per requirements and obtains approval.
• Estimates funds needed to close escrow and collects deposits.

Skills

Escrow experience

Supervisory experience

Notary license

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Notary license

Job description

Escrow Officer

We are Lennar Title Lennar Title is centered around personal growth, innovation, and diversity. We are looking for a new team member who shares our passion and dedication to bringing homeownership to life. At Lennar Title, you’ll build your career with a Fortune 150 company that provides an excellent work environment, plenty of opportunities for advancement, and competitive benefits and compensation. Our success is a result of supporting and rewarding our team of elite professionals, who strive to exceed superior standards and exceptional services. Join a Company that Empowers you to Build your Future

Your Responsibilities on the Team

• Communicates and coordinates daily responsibilities with the Branch or Escrow Manager
• Obtains demands/releases to clear title
• Draws instructions and supporting documents for signing
• Audits and closes file when all funds and documents are received
• Disburses funds
• Writes escrow instructions consistent with the requirements of the parties and obtains their approval
• Estimates the amount of money required to close escrow and obtains buyers' and sellers' deposits
• Reviews commitment and/or preliminary title report to verify vesting and legal description
• Reconciles discrepancies between instructions and title report with title officer and/or principals
• Orders beneficiary statements or demands, fire insurance, loan interest, rents and other prorated items
• Directs and may participate in the preparation of settlement sheets
• Trains, supervises, guides and assigns work to other associates in office
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary information and escrow transactions
• Understands and complies with escrow accounting procedures
• Understands and complies with Good Funds Law
• Solicits business in-person, development functions or activities or virtual
• Prepares Account Servicing Setups, if applicable
• Knows Rate Manual and quotes accurate fees

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• At least 3 years of Escrow Officer experience
• Supervisory experience is preferred
• Notary license is required
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation is required

Physical & Office/Site Presence Requirements:

• Regular, in-person attendance at Company communities/job sites and offices during regular work hours is an essential function of this job.
• Requires the ability to work more than eight hours per day in the confined quarters of a construction trailer, the ability to operate a motor vehicle, read plans, climb stairs and ladders, bend, stoop, reach, lift, move and/or carry equipment which may be in excess of 50 pounds.
• Job may require occasional operation of construction equipment.
• Finger dexterity may be required to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.

Life at Lennar Title

At Lennar Title, Everything’s Included in our homes, and Everyone’s Included on our team. Our Everyone’s Included vision is to unleash the power of diversity within our workforce to drive innovation and sustainable growth.

• Our Associates have access to robust health insurance plans, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, ensuring their health needs are well taken care of.
• Our 401(k) Retirement Plan, complete with a $1 for $1 Company Match up to 5%, helps secure their financial future, while Paid Parental Leave and an Associate Assistance Plan provide essential support during life's critical moments.
• To further support our Associates, we provide an Education Assistance Program and up to $30,000 in Adoption Assistance, underscoring our commitment to their diverse needs and aspirations.
• From the moment of hire, they can enjoy up to three weeks of vacation annually, alongside generous Holiday, Sick Leave, and Personal Day policies.
• Additionally, we offer a New Hire Referral Bonus Program, significant Home Purchase Discounts, and unique opportunities such as the Everyone’s Included Day.

Work Where Everyone’s Included

We’re committed to building and sustaining an inclusive culture where everyone has a seat at the table, and we’re all on a first-name basis. This inclusive culture influences our hiring practices, the communities we serve and how we build better career experiences for all our Associates. It’s why we created our Everyone’s Included Advisory Council, and we’d love for you to be a part of our shared journey.

We’re Always Looking Ahead

Want to work in an innovative environment that empowers you to explore your passions? At Lennar, we promote asking questions and working together to solve complex problems. It’s how we’ve become a leader in the homebuilding industry and why our Associates love working here. If you’re interested in helping people find their future homes and, in doing so, build a better future for themselves, then Lennar is the place for you.

Join Our Talent Network

Welcome to the Lennar Community! We are tickled, delighted and happy that you've decided to join our Talent Community! We look forward to connecting about career opportunities at Lennar.

Lennar is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.