Escrow Officer

Senior Executive Recruiter III & Team Lead at Crawford Thomas Recruiting

Position Title:

Escrow Officer

Starting Salary: $78,000 (Experience level consideration)

Location:

Independence, Ohio

Job Type: Full-Time;
Benefits, 401k (optional)

Our client has 6+ years of experience providing full-service title and escrow solutions partnering with realtors, lenders, and consumers to deliver seamless, secure real estate closings with personalized attention and modern technology.

As an Escrow Officer
, you will play a key role in managing and facilitating smooth, compliant, and timely real estate transactions. You’ll oversee the entire escrow process from start to finish — ensuring that every document and communication is handled with precision and care. This position requires a proactive professional who can manage multiple priorities, maintain strong relationships with clients and colleagues, and uphold the highest standards of compliance and confidentiality.

• Manage the escrow process:
  Oversee all aspects of the closing.
• Handle and verify documents:
  Collect, review, and confirm the accuracy and completeness of deeds, purchase agreements, instructions, and related documents.
• Clear title issues:
  Work with and rely on a high-level Title team to identify and resolve any title or document discrepancies to ensure a clear transfer of ownership.
• Disburse funds:
  Trust a Post and Funding Department to administer the disbursement of funds according to instructions, including mortgage payoffs, commissions, and settlement costs.
• Communicate with all parties:
  Serve as the main point of contact for buyers, sellers, agents, and lenders to ensure coordination and clarity throughout the process.
• Ensure compliance:
  Adhere to all applicable state and federal regulations while maintaining confidentiality and safeguarding client information.

• Experience:
  
  2–5 years in title, escrow, or real estate transactions preferred.
• Education:
  
  High school diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Licensing:
  State escrow or title license encouraged but not required.
• Skills:
  
  Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills with excellent attention to detail. Qualia experience a plus.
• Attributes:
  Professional, dependable, and solutions-oriented with a commitment to teamwork and exceptional customer service.

Supportive, people-first culture focused on wellness and growth. Opportunities for continuing education and career advancement. Collaborative environment built on trust and respect. Competitive compensation and benefits package (401k, medical benefits, annual bonuses, monthly incentives).

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Full-time

Sales and Management