President of Peak Title Agency

ABOUT US

Join a high-performing, expanding $1.5B community bank with $3.2B in total assets under our care, where people, purpose, and opportunity come together to drive meaningful impact. At State Bank, we are building a culture grounded in collaboration, innovation, and integrity, while continuing to invest in our people and the communities we serve. We value individuals who take initiative, think strategically, and are committed to both personal and organizational growth.

Our approach recognizes contributions and effort, supports professional development, and provides meaningful financial rewards, including the opportunity to earn up to 30% of your annual wage in quarterly incentives. In addition, we offer opportunities to grow your career within a strong, stable, and expanding organization. If you feel you have what it takes to become part of a high-performing team of professionals and deliver regional growth goals in a competitive landscape and enjoy strong financial recognition for your leadership and work this opportunity just might be for you.

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, law, or related field required. Equivalent professional experience may be considered.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in title services, escrow operations, or real estate closing, including progressive leadership experience overseeing multiple locations or teams.

Experience with title underwriting guidelines, escrow management, and regulatory compliance required.

Experience with Qualia, Soft Pro, Ram Quest, or similar title platforms preferred. Must maintain state of Ohio & Indiana title license and notary public designation, or the ability to obtain. Experience working within a financial institution or affiliated title company environment preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Executive leadership experience in title operations, escrow services, or real estate settlement

• Deep working knowledge of title underwriting standards, escrow processes, and closing workflows

• Comprehensive understanding of federal, state, and industry regulations governing title and escrow operations

• Proven financial management capabilities, including budgeting, revenue growth, and profitability analysis

• Strong risk management, compliance oversight, and quality control expertise

• Ability to interpret real estate and legal documents, including:

o Deeds, legal descriptions, easements, surveys

o Title commitments and policies

o Tax proration documents, liens, judgments, and bankruptcies

• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and retain high-performing team members

• Exceptional communication, decision-making, and business judgment skills

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Strategic business development experience growing a title or real estate services division

• Experience leading operations across multiple locations or markets

• Prior experience working within a bank-owned, affiliated, or financial-institution-based title company

• Familiarity with title production and escrow platforms such as:

o Qualia

o Soft Pro

o Ram Quest

• Established industry relationships with lenders, realtors, builders, and developers

• Experience representing a title organization at industry associations and community events

• Process improvement and operational efficiency transformation experience

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Business Line Leadership

a. Provide strategic leadership for all title operations across the organization.

b. Develop and implement growth strategies to expand the bank's title services market presence.

c. Establish operational goals, performance metrics, and profitability targets for the title division.

d. Partner with executive leadership to align title operations with the bank's overall strategic initiatives.

2. Operational Oversight

a. Oversee day-to-day operations of all title offices to ensure efficient and compliant processing of real estate transactions.

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b. Ensure the accuracy and quality of title commitments, policies, and closing documentation.

c. Establish operational workflows and internal controls to improve efficiency and reduce risk.

d. Monitor title production, closing volumes, and service standards to ensure consistent client experience.

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