Commercial Escrow Officer (remote)

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Hiring Remotely in New York, NY, USA
In-Office or Remote
31-41 Hourly
Mid level
Insurance • Real Estate
The Role
Manage commercial escrow and settlement processes for single- and multi-site transactions: open and track escrows, price commitments, coordinate underwriting, prepare closing documents, account for and disburse funds, and produce status and closing reports while ensuring regulatory compliance.
Summary Generated by Built In
Who We AreJoin a team that puts its People First! First American's Direct division provides comprehensive title insurance protection and professional settlement services for real estate purchases, refinances and equity loans. Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for eleven consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.

What We DoWork as a dynamic team providing best in class service and support in the commercial real estate space. First American is looking to add a Commercial Escrow Officer to our growing National Commercial team. In this role you will work in a dynamic, fast-paced setting supporting the team in a variety of ways including directly handling the escrow and settlement components for commercial transactions ranging from single site to high-liability multi-site, be responsible for establishing new commercial escrow accounts, processing escrow documents in accordance with established policies and procedures as well as helping fund transactions. This position plays a key role in transforming the commercial real estate experience by empowering our employees and customers to deliver next-generation solutions and results.
Come be part of the most successful company in the industry, leveraging the best technology and strongest escrow and underwriter partners, where we are transforming the commercial real estate experience one deed at a time.

What You’ll Do: 

  • Coordinate and track completion of title commitments for commercial transactions depending on the locality and corporate standards.  
  • Properly price commitments, endorsements, policies and guarantees using appropriate schedule of fees and charges 
  • Work cross-functionally with Underwriting to review and approve a variety of documentation including deeds, operating agreements, and corporate resolutions 
  • Responsible for ensuring that all funds are properly accounted for and disbursed in accordance with the terms of the contract 
  • Complete closing by reviewing, recording, and filing documents including preparing and distributing final closing statements and title, ensuring adherence to delivery dates and timelines. 
  • Prepare regular reports on the status of the escrow account and provide these reports to the parties involved in the transaction 
  • Prepare legal documents for the closure of the sale or refinance
  • Comply with regulatory requirements by adhering, and enforcing adherence, to requirements 

What You’ll Bring: 

  • Passion for helping customers while maintaining a professional and positive attitude 
  • Proven problem-solving skills with eagerness to learn and share  
  • Understands how to navigate internal and external resources to gather information and resolve questions 
  • Excellent verbal and written communication with internal and external customers; uses various types of communication to meet customer expectations and build relationships 
  • Natural curiosity, enjoys researching the history and background of transactions, analyzing, and evaluating records 
  • Thrives in contributing to a team working together to deliver beyond customer expectations
  • Knowledge of MS Office suite and ability to quickly adapt to new software applications and technologies  
  • Flexible with the ability to multi-task and handle all aspects of title support  
  • High school diploma or equivalent 
  • 3-5 years of commercial title and escrow related experience

Pay Range: $30.91 - $41.20 Hourly, Remote
This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.
What We OfferBy choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First culture is inclusive for all employees - not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it's the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.

Skills Required

  • 3-5 years of commercial title and escrow related experience
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Knowledge of MS Office suite
  • Ability to quickly adapt to new software applications and technologies
  • Excellent verbal and written communication with internal and external customers
  • Proven problem-solving skills and eagerness to learn
  • Ability to navigate internal and external resources to gather information and resolve questions
  • Flexible, able to multi-task and handle all aspects of title support
  • Natural curiosity and ability to research transaction history and evaluate records
  • Passion for helping customers while maintaining a professional and positive attitude

First American Title Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about First American Title and has not been reviewed or approved by First American Title.

  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage includes medical, dental, vision, telehealth, and healthcare advocacy services, and is often described as a strong point. Low‑cost options in some cases help overall compensation feel more reasonable.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) savings plan with a company match is part of the package. This retirement support is highlighted as helping to offset base‑pay concerns in several roles.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility An employee stock purchase plan is available and viewed favorably. Access to discounted equity contributes to the perceived competitiveness of total rewards.

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The Company
HQ: Santa Ana, CA
13,104 Employees
Year Founded: 1889

What We Do

First American provides financial services through its Title Insurance and Services segment and its Specialty Insurance segment. The First American Family of Companies’ core business lines include title insurance and closing/settlement services; title plant management services; title and other real property records and images; valuation products and services; home warranty products; property and casualty insurance; and banking, trust, and investment advisory services. First American Title Insurance Company provides comprehensive title insurance protection and professional settlement services for homebuyers and sellers, real estate agents and brokers, mortgage lenders, commercial property professionals, homebuilders and developers, title agencies and legal professionals to facilitate real estate purchases, construction, refinances or equity loans. First American's thorough title searches, title clearance and title insurance policies help to produce clear property titles and enable the efficient transfer of real estate. As one of the largest title insurance companies in the nation, First American offers title insurance and settlement services through its direct operations and an extensive network of agents throughout the United States and internationally. First American Title Insurance Company traces its history to 1889 and is the largest subsidiary of First American Financial Corporation (NYSE: FAF).

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