Escrow Officer Assistant

Landtrust Title Services•Schaumburg, IL

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Escrow Officer Assistant verifies file wires and prepares seller-side closing documents. This role works fully onsite at the Schaumburg office, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The assistant works with attorneys and agents to prepare file items for the closer before closing, communicates with sellers and buyers, and supports the closing officer with various tasks. Landtrust Title Services describes itself as customer-focused, providing responsive underwriting, personalized client support, and seamless transactions. The company also offers employee development and education opportunities intended to support a strong customer experience.

Requirements

One to two years of previous title company experience and/or a bachelor's degree or established business background.
Knowledge of basic title exceptions and/or clearance requirements.
Excellent mathematical skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work with confidential information and data.
Knowledge of office equipment, including computers, fax machines, printers, telephone systems, and calculators.

Responsibilities

Work with attorneys and agents to prepare file items for the closer before the closing date.
Verify seller identification using ClosingLock and Resware.
Review mortgage payoff statements that do not verify through ClosingLock by contacting the lender and following the proper procedure in Resware.
Enter complete data in seller and buyer records.
Act as the liaison between attorneys and sellers or buyers before closing.
Review seller-side closing documents and prepare the sellers’ portion before the closing date.
Assist the closing officer with various tasks.
Verify all file wires.