Escrow Assistant

Old Republic Title•Castro Valley, CA

1d•$38 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

Old Republic Title is seeking an Escrow Assistant who has familiarity with real estate transactions from beginning to end. This role will be responsible for opening, processing and funding refinance and sale transactions. Effectively communicates with all interested parties including lenders, buyers/sellers, realtors, co-workers, and all other department personnel. Ability to work well under pressure with accuracy and attention to details while always maintaining confidentiality. Must be a personable, positive, and professional representative of the Company. This is an office-based position at our Castro Valley location. Remote applicants will not be considered.

Requirements

Knowledge of title insurance policies, endorsements and title pricing.
Knowledge of escrow documents, escrow fees and terminology.
Basic computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook.
Ability to work in fast paced environment while successfully performing under extreme time constraints and meets prescribed deadlines.
Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational skills, with ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects.
Ability to act independently with sound judgment and take initiative.
Written and verbal communications are clear, grammatically correct and business appropriate.
Actively listens. Is mindful of how body language, gestures and nonverbal communications are perceived.

Responsibilities

Verifies and reviews all information in the preliminary report/title commitment while clearing title requirements by researching discrepancies, obtaining lien releases and clearing any other encumbrances.
Requests Payoff, HOA and utility demands that appear on preliminary report/title commitment and/or Seller/Borrower Information Sheets.
Pull tax roll from assessor and review for accuracy and potential assessments and/or liens.
Assist in quoting our fees and charges.
Request/authorize loans to fund, receipt in funds, disburse funds including but not limited to sending out payoffs.
Schedule appointments, assembling documents for signing for both inside and outside of the office.
Upload all documents in appropriate category in the electronic filing system.
Prepare funding packages, provide conditions, receipt in funds.
Complies with Company policies, procedures, regulatory requirements and complete mandatory company compliance training by prescribed deadlines.
At a minimum, the ability to work from 8:30a.m. to 5:00p.m., Monday through Friday.
Ability to work overtime as requested by management.
Dependable, reliable and punctual attendance is required, which may include attendance at after-hour company events.
Ability to accept supervision as well as constructive feedback.
Ability to collaborate and interact effectively and professionally with all levels of management, employees and customers by email, phone, video conferences and in person.
Demonstrates courtesy, professionalism and is proactive and responsive to supervisor/manager, co-workers and customer needs and expectations.
Other duties that may be assigned.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescriptions, dental and vision plans
401(k) plan with a discretionary company match
Shareholder Purchase and Reinvestment Plan
Basic life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance premium paid by the company
Voluntary supplemental life insurance for employees, spouses and dependent children
Fertility and Family Building Benefits
Paid Disability benefits
Paid time off programs
11 Company paid holidays per year
Flexible spending account
Health savings account (available to High Deductible Health Plan participants only)
Employee Assistance Program
Educational Assistance Program
Voluntary benefits, such as Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and Accident Insurance
Title insurance policies and certain escrow services for the employee’s primary personal residence at no charge
Transportation benefit plan for mass transit, parking and vanpool, in several markets