CV Escrow is seeking an experienced, revenue-generating Escrow Officer who thrives in a high-volume environment, runs an independent desk, and brings a strong, transferable book of business. This role is designed for escrow professionals who are not just managing transactions but building relationships, driving production, and growing a brand.
As a trusted, neutral third party, you’ll oversee complex real estate transactions from open to close while mitigating risk, safeguarding funds, and delivering exceptional service to clients and partners.
What You’ll Do
- Independently manage and close residential and/or commercial escrow transactions from file opening through settlement
- Establish and maintain escrow accounts; accurately manage, reconcile, and disburse funds in compliance with contracts and company policy
- Serve as a neutral liaison between buyers, sellers, lenders, agents, and attorneys
- Review and interpret titles, mortgages, trust deeds, and related legal documents
- Prepare and execute closing documents, final settlement statements, and recording packages
- Monitor transaction risk and ensure adherence to regulatory, company, and FinCEN requirements
- Provide timely updates and reporting to all transaction stakeholders
- Mentor and support developing escrow team members as needed
What You’ll Bring
- 5+ years of escrow experience, including independently running a full escrow desk
- Established, transferable book of business with a proven ability to generate revenue
- Strong reputation and long-standing relationships within the real estate community
- Hands-on experience directly handling escrow transactions
- High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail
- Strong communication and client management skills
- Comfort with technology and the ability to adapt quickly to proprietary systems and workflows
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- High school diploma or equivalent
Why CV Escrow
- Leadership that understands escrow. Our leaders have real desk experience
- Sales, marketing, and operational support designed specifically for high-producing escrow officers
- FARR system that automates a significant portion of FinCEN reporting
- Dedicated floater team support to help manage volume and protect work-life balance
- Seller Protection Plan with up to $35,000 coverage on eligible transactions
- Boutique escrow culture backed by First American’s stability, benefits, and technology
If you’re an experienced escrow officer who wants the freedom to run your desk, the support to scale your business, and the backing of an industry leader, CV Escrow is built for you.
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.
** Note that the following statements only apply to candidates who will be working from an unincorporated area within Los Angeles County. **
First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act).
First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant’s criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements.
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 celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also 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
- 2-4 years of escrow-related experience
- Valid Licensing/Certification as required by applicable state
- Experience handling escrow transactions as an escrow assistant
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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