Full-Time

Commercial Escrow Assistant

Onsite

Posted on 9/30/2024

First American

First American

10,001+ employees

Provides title insurance and real estate services

Financial Services
Real Estate

Compensation Overview

$18.02 - $24.03Hourly

Junior, Mid

Lake Mary, FL, USA

Position requires onsite presence in Lake Mary, Florida.

Category
Administrative & Executive Assistance
Administrative Support
Customer Service & Reception
Required Skills
Communications
Customer Service
Requirements
  • Customer service skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Knowledge of MS Office suite
  • Proficient Excel skills
  • Excellent verbal/written communication skills
  • Able to maintain professionalism and a positive service attitude at all times
  • Strong detail orientation
  • Complex problem-solving skills
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Superior time/project management skills to meet deadlines
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • 1-3 years’ experience as an Associate Escrow Assistant or a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a related real estate or title field.
Responsibilities
  • Performs a wide range of administrative duties to prepare for and assist in the escrow process
  • Duties may include opening orders, inputting wire transfer information, confirming and following wire protocol, preparing documents for closing and handling the complete disbursement and follow up of all escrow transactions
  • Communicates requirements and other information to clients and internal employees
  • Interprets various agreements as they relate to closing

First American provides title insurance, specialty insurance, and various real estate-related services. Their title insurance protects buyers' investments and ownership rights during real estate transactions, ensuring that the property title is clear of any issues. The company offers a platform called myFirstAm®, which allows users to access property information, maps, and manage open orders conveniently. First American differentiates itself from competitors by offering a comprehensive range of services that include mortgage lender solutions, real estate data solutions, home warranty products, and trust services, all designed to streamline transactions and reduce risks. The company's goal is to facilitate smooth real estate transactions while protecting clients' investments and providing valuable insights into the real estate market.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$800.2M

Headquarters

Santa Ana, California

Founded

1889

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Acquisition of Mother Lode expands First American's market share in California.
  • Digital mortgage solutions drive revenue growth, evidenced by a 38% increase post-Docutech acquisition.
  • Partnerships with fintech firms like Knock open new opportunities in real estate services.

What critics are saying

  • Data breach allegations could harm First American's reputation and lead to legal issues.
  • Integration challenges from acquisitions like Mother Lode may disrupt operations.
  • Rising fintech competition, such as Knock, threatens First American's market share.

What makes First American unique

  • First American offers comprehensive title insurance and settlement services nationwide.
  • The company provides extensive real estate data solutions with over 5.5 billion document images.
  • First American's venture arm invests in fintech, enhancing its technological integration.

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Benefits

401k matching

Health, vision, dental insurance

Professional development

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