Escrow Officer

The role

The Escrow Officer manages the full lifecycle of real estate transactions from contract review to closing. This role involves coordinating with agents, lenders, and underwriters to ensure paperwork is accurate and funds are properly handled.

What you will do

• Manage contracts from beginning to end to ensure timely and error-free closing
• Verify all paperwork is complete for correct escrow closing
• Work with lenders and underwriters to fund and complete transactions
• Establish and maintain relationships with agents, attorneys, lenders, surveyors, and government agencies
• Create opportunities to market the business and retain agents through service
• Train escrow assistants by delegating, auditing work, and giving direction
• Be present at closing to provide a positive experience for agents and buyers
• Oversee escrow operations across multiple entities as the company expands in Texas

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two to three years of escrow experience, both front- and back-end
• Notary public and escrow officer license as per state regulatory requirements
• Technical knowledge of the closing process
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Nice to have

• Take continuing education courses as required

Benefits

• Medical (Aetna or Kaiser)
• Dental & Vision (Guardian)
• Long-Term Disability & Short-Term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Accident Plan, and Employee Critical Illness (Guardian)
• 401k (Vestwell)
• Life Insurance (Guardian)
• Pet Insurance (Nationwide)
• Commuter benefits are offered in certain locations
• PTO, including Volunteer Days
• Annual Anniversary Perks, including one month paid sabbaticals
• HomeLight Services to help with buying and selling your home

About the company

HomeLight is a real estate technology platform that facilitates residential real estate business for agents and lenders. The company focuses on a 100% resale/purchase business model.