Escrow Assistant

Essent Guaranty•Frisco, TX

30d•Onsite

About The Position

Essent Group Ltd. (NYSE: ESNT) is a Bermuda-based holding company (collectively with its subsidiaries, "Essent") which serves the housing finance industry by offering private mortgage insurance, reinsurance, risk management products and title insurance and settlement services to mortgage lenders, borrowers, and investors to support homeownership. We are focused on managing risk and dedicated to serving as a strong and fair counterparty. As a company, we bring strong private capital and a commitment to risk management to the mortgage insurance industry. The Escrow Assistant supports daily escrow operations by managing incoming mail and email communications, processing funds, and ensuring accurate documentation within each file. Responsibilities include preparing, verifying, and packaging outgoing checks, completing dashboard reviews, and clearing funding-related tasks to maintain workflow accuracy. As a dynamic and resourceful professional, we will rely on you to perform the following duties:

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
1 + year of experience in an escrow, title, real estate, mortgage, or loan processing environment preferred.
Entry-level candidates may be considered with strong administrative skills and training capacity.
Understanding of escrow procedures, title clearance, real estate regulations, and document preparation preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong attention to detail.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Professional and courteous communication style.
Adaptability and willingness to learn.
Reliable with a strong sense of accountability.

Responsibilities

Retrieve and organize incoming mail related escrow files.
Look up the appropriate file for each incoming document or check, and scan and save all documents into the appropriate files.
Post funds to the correct file or void checks when applicable.
Notify closer when all documents are received.
Deposit checks into CashPro.
Verify all checks have printed and review checks against labels and invoices for accuracy.
Clear the Check Sent task after funding.
Notify the Closer of any issues discovered.
Obtain required signatures.
Package and prepare outgoing checks.
Perform daily dashboard reviews.
Note/Clear funding-related tasks.
Communicate promptly with Closers and internal teams regarding file updates.
Provide overflow support to states/teams experiencing volume surges or when team members are on leave.
Proof, examine, and sign title commitments (non-default) as needed if licensed.
Manage shared team email inbox.
Perform other duties as assigned.