Escrow Assistant - Future Opportunity
About The Position
We’re building the future of real estate — today. HomeLight is the real estate technology platform powering innovative transactions for top agents, lenders, and their clients. Our technology makes it easier to buy and sell homes, whether that's enabling clients to buy before they sell, find a top agent, or have certainty through a modern closing process. Each year, HomeLight facilitates billions of dollars of residential real estate business on its platform for thousands of agents and loan officers. Our vision is a world where every real estate transaction is simple, certain, and satisfying for all. Our team breaks barriers every day while staying committed to HomeLight's goals and core values, which is a crucial element to our shared success. We are a 100% resale/purchase business (no-refis), and we do not expect you to do business development.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or training in real estate or related field is preferred.
- Minimum two years of escrow experience.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure accurate and efficient file management.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, for effective interaction with clients, colleagues, and vendors.
- Proficiency in basic computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite and escrow software.
- Ability to prioritize tasks effectively and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Process and organize all necessary documentation to initiate new escrow files accurately.
- Prepare escrow packages for both buyers and sellers, ensuring all required documents are included and properly organized.
- Initiate requests for HOA (Homeowners Association) documents as required for escrow transactions.
- Collaborate with the open order team to prioritize the processing of escrow orders.
- Facilitate the ordering of liens, judgements, and solar information to assess any potential encumbrances on the property.
- Assist with other administrative tasks as needed to support the escrow department.
- Working with mortgage lenders to meet loan conditions and funding requirements
- Constant communication with all parties to provide updates and request documents needed for the transaction.
Benefits
- Medical (Aetna or Kaiser), Dental & Vision (Guardian)
- Long-Term Disability & Short-Term Disability
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Accident Plan, and Employee Critical Illness (Guardian)
- 401k (Accrue), Life Insurance (Guardian) & Pet Insurance (Nationwide)
- Commuter benefits are offered in certain locations
- PTO, including Volunteer Days to give back to your community
- Annual Anniversary Perks, including one month paid sabbaticals!
- HomeLight Services to help you with buying and selling your home
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
