General Manager Watersound Title Agency

THE ST JOE COMPANY•Inlet Beach, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Watersound Title Agency General Manager will oversee all aspects of agency operations for a full-service title and escrow team. Responsibilities will include oversight of title, escrow, compliance and all aspects of managing operations, building client relationships and driving growth for Watersound Title Agency, LLC, a subsidiary of The St. Joe Company. Seeking an energetic professional who will embrace a unique opportunity to step into a leadership role with a trusted organization and help shape the future of its success.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent professional experience preferred.
5+ years of real estate transactional experience with residential and commercial closings preferred.
Florida Licensed Title Agent for minimum of 5 years preferred.
Florida Notary Public preferred.
Demonstrated success in leading and growing title business preferred.
Knowledge of the TRID CFPB rules and regulations is required.
Must have a good understanding of Florida real estate closing procedures.
High level of proficiency using Microsoft Word and Excel.
Outstanding organizational, interpersonal and administrative skills with a positive, energetic, flexible and customer service-oriented attitude.
The ability to proactively address and resolve issues heading into a real estate closing.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Must be self-motivated and able to meet deadlines under pressure.
Must be able to organize and prioritize tasks.
Must be able to read, understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.
Must have the ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently.
Must be flexible and able to move from task to task.
Must be comfortable asking for assistance when not able to proceed.
Ability to operate normal office equipment.
Extensive use of computer.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
Ability to lift up to 15 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Qualia closing software experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Manage daily operations to ensure efficiency, accuracy and compliance with state and federal regulations and best practices.
Ongoing recruitment, development and management of team.
Oversee financial performance, including budget planning, forecasting and cost management.
Track and analyze financials related to the business and provide reports for analysis.
Build and maintain strong partnerships with real estate agents, lenders, attorneys and other industry stakeholders.
Responsible for organizing and establishing office procedures for all operations, in collaboration with management.
Responsible for overseeing initial set up of marketing plan and growth for title company.
Drive business growth by identifying new opportunities, improving processes and continually adopting innovative technology.
Assist in setup and provide management oversight/approval of disbursement process.
Assist with working with internal and external customers to manage all aspects of sale, resale, and financing transactions.
Assist with real estate closing process including compliance with real estate contracts, lender instructions, title requirements, and other conditions.
Assist with routine residential and commercial resale, refinance, or builder transactions.
Review and understand real estate conveyance documents.
Review title insurance commitments and related documents.
Collaborate with lenders, real estate agents, lawyers and other company offices on transactional issues encountered on specific transactions.
Deposit escrow funds, prepare disbursements and balance all escrow related accounts.
Assist with maintaining closing files.