Full-Time

Office Assistant

Posted on 7/16/2024

First American

First American

10,001+ employees

Provides title insurance and real estate services

Financial Services
Real Estate

Compensation Overview

$20 - $25Hourly

Entry

San Luis Obispo, CA, USA

Category
Administrative & Executive Assistance
Administrative Support
Customer Service & Reception
Required Skills
Customer Service
Requirements
  • Passion for meeting new people and helping them get what they need
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and willingness to learn other technology as needed
  • Strong work ethic and meets commitments
  • Thrives in contributing to a team working together to deliver beyond customer expectations
  • Previous experience working in an office environment or dealing with the public is preferred
  • High school diploma or equivalent
Responsibilities
  • Greet, interact, and assist visitors and customers
  • Answer and direct incoming phone calls
  • Support the team by gathering, reviewing, and preparing documents; maintaining accounts; setting up appointments; assembling document packages
  • Receive, sort and route mail
  • Order and maintain office supplies and equipment

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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