Full-Time

Customer Resolution Specialist

Posted on 2/3/2025

First American

First American

10,001+ employees

Provides title insurance and real estate services

Financial Services
Real Estate

Compensation Overview

$20.72 - $34.53Hourly

Senior

Remote in USA

Category
Customer Success Management
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Customer Service

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or a related field is preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in customer service or mortgage servicing, with a strong background in handling complaints, disputes, or customer escalations.
  • Familiarity with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) guidelines and mortgage servicing regulations.
  • Ability to sit for extended periods while using a computer and phone.
  • Ability to work in a standard office environment with minimal physical demands.
Responsibilities
  • Investigate and resolve customer complaints related to mortgage servicing, including issues with billing, payment processing, escrow accounts, loan modifications, and foreclosure prevention.
  • Track, document, and manage complaints from receipt to resolution, ensuring all customer interactions are appropriately recorded and addressed in a timely manner.
  • Communicate with customers via phone, email, or written correspondence, providing clear, empathetic, and professional responses to inquiries and concerns.
  • Work cross-functionally with internal departments such as loan servicing, legal, and compliance to resolve complaints and ensure alignment with policies and regulations.
  • Ensure all complaints are handled in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including but not limited to CFPB guidelines, HUD, and other mortgage servicing laws.
  • Identify root causes of complaints and recommend process improvements to reduce future issues and enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Advocate for the customer while balancing the needs of the company, ensuring fair and effective resolution of issues.
  • Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of all complaint cases, resolutions, and escalations for audit and reporting purposes.
Desired Qualifications
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with an ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and empathetically.
  • Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
  • Knowledge of mortgage servicing practices, regulations, and compliance requirements.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Ability to manage multiple cases and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Empathetic and customer-focused with the ability to maintain professionalism under pressure.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

First American provides title insurance, specialty insurance, and various real estate-related services. Their title insurance protects homebuyers and property owners from potential ownership disputes and financial losses related to real estate transactions. The company offers a platform called myFirstAm®, which allows users to access property information, manage orders, and streamline the closing process from any device. First American stands out 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 simplify real estate transactions and protect investments. The company's goal is to facilitate smooth real estate transactions while ensuring that clients' investments are safeguarded.

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.
  • Docutech purchase boosts First American's digital mortgage revenue by 38%.
  • Growing fintech trends align with First American's digital transformation strategy.

What critics are saying

  • Data breach allegations could harm First American's reputation and lead to legal issues.
  • Integration of Mother Lode may face challenges and financial risks.
  • Dependence on digital transformation poses risks if technology advances rapidly.

What makes First American unique

  • First American offers comprehensive title insurance and settlement services nationwide.
  • The company provides a vast database of over 5.5 billion document images.
  • First American's digital platform, myFirstAm®, enhances real estate transaction efficiency.

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