Full-Time

Commercial Escrow Officer

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First American

First American

10,001+ employees

Provides title insurance and real estate services

Financial Services
Real Estate

Compensation Overview

$27.4 - $36.53Hourly

Mid

Atlanta, GA, USA

Category
Real Estate
Real Estate Finance
Required Skills
Customer Service
Requirements
  • 2-4 years of escrow related experience as an Escrow Officer, preferably in Commercial
  • High School Diploma/Equivalent
  • Excellent verbal and written communication with both internal and external customers; uses various types of communication to meet customer expectations and build relationships
  • Problem solving with strong organizational skills, detail oriented and knows how to navigate internal and external resources to resolve issues
  • Comfortableness working with technology and proprietary programs; adapts quickly to new software applications and technologies
  • Thrives in contributing to a team, working together to deliver beyond customer expectations
Responsibilities
  • Continually grow and service the business by providing outstanding customer service
  • Complete simple and complex commercial real estate escrow transactions by determining requirements and acting as a neutral liaison between buyer, seller, and lender
  • Work cross-functionally with Underwriting to monitor and mitigate risk to the company
  • Responsible for ensuring that all funds are properly accounted for and disbursed in accordance with the terms of the contract
  • Complete closing by reviewing and filing documents including preparing and distributing final closing statements 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
  • Comply with regulatory requirements by adhering, and enforcing adherence, to requirements

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. Unlike many competitors, First American has a vast database of property data, with over 5.5 billion document images, making it a leading provider of real estate data solutions. The company's goal is to facilitate smooth real estate transactions while ensuring that clients' investments are protected.

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

  • First American's strategic acquisitions, such as Mother Lode Holding Company, enhance its market position and service offerings.
  • The company's focus on digital transformation, evidenced by the acquisition of Docutech, positions it well for future growth in the digital mortgage space.
  • Being recognized as a Fortune 100 Best Company to Work For highlights a positive work culture and strong employee satisfaction.

What critics are saying

  • The recent data breach allegations could damage First American's reputation and customer trust.
  • The highly competitive real estate and insurance markets require continuous innovation to maintain market share.

What makes First American unique

  • First American's comprehensive suite of services, from title insurance to real estate data solutions, offers a one-stop-shop for real estate transactions, unlike competitors who may specialize in only one area.
  • Their proprietary platform, myFirstAm®, provides seamless access to property information and transaction management, setting them apart in terms of technological integration.
  • The company's extensive database, covering 99% of U.S. housing stock, provides unparalleled data insights for real estate and mortgage decisions.

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Benefits

401k matching

Health, vision, dental insurance

Professional development