Escrow Assistant - St Louis, MO

Anywhere Integrated Services • Saint Louis, MO

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About The Position

The Escrow Assistant supports the closing representative and coordinates with agents, buyers, sellers, lawyers, lenders, surveyors, and other parties to collect, organize, and process documentation so real estate closings are completed on time. The role requires careful attention to detail, calm and friendly customer service, and the ability to resolve incomplete or incorrect paperwork while managing multiple contracts under deadline pressure.

The assistant prepares loan documents for signing, reviews purchase contracts, conducts preliminary file audits, helps obtain items needed to clear title, and prepares estimated closing statements for the closing officer to review. After closing, the assistant maintains files, records appropriate documentation, writes and sends checks, and transmits documents to lenders. The role also helps build and maintain industry relationships through dependable, high-quality service.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One to four years of escrow processing experience, depending on the team supported.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate process updates clearly and work with parties to resolve issues.

Nice To Haves

• Real estate industry experience in title, escrow, real estate, or property management.
• Knowledge of front- and back-end processing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding assistance to the closing representative to help transactions proceed smoothly and retain business through high-quality service.
• Prepare loan documents for signing, including vesting amendments when applicable.
• Present loan documents and other records for signing, return signed loan documents to the lender, and follow up on funding conditions.
• Review real estate purchase contracts for completeness and request missing information.
• Perform preliminary audits and determine or obtain items needed to clear title.
• Prepare estimated closing statements for the closing officer to review.
• Maintain files and record appropriate documentation.
• Send checks and transmit documents to the lender after closing.
• Establish and maintain relationships with industry participants to encourage them to choose the company for escrow processing.
• Keep agents, buyers, sellers, and other parties informed and work with them to resolve issues.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• AD&D insurance
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Paid time off, including holidays, vacation time, and sick time
• Paid family and paternity leave
• Life insurance
• Business travel accident insurance
• LinkedIn Learning access
• Employee referral program
• Adoption assistance program
• Employee assistance program
• Health and wellness program and incentives
• Employee discounts
• Employee resource groups

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED