3+ years experience as a licensed Escrow Officer with an established book of business.
Proven ability to manage at least 5 closings a month from personal clientele.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for positive internal and external relationships.
Comfortable with technology and specialized software like Qualia; training available.
Strong understanding of state-level escrow rules and regulations enforced by the Department of Insurance.
Team-oriented mindset, prioritizing collaborative success over individual accomplishments.
Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
Responsibilities
Seek new business opportunities through networking at sales meetings and real estate events.
Prepare closing disclosures, escrow agreements, and all settlement documents per provided instructions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve title process issues promptly.
Resolve title defects, satisfy liens, and verify property ownership to obtain clear title.
Balance financials with corresponding invoices and manage tax balances efficiently.
Provide accurate lender closing instructions and ensure proper management of funds, including disbursements.
Maintain compliance with company policies and regulatory standards in all title operations.
Benefits
Work for a company recognized as a best place to work by Crain's and Built In.
Be part of an innovative organization reshaping the home buying and selling experience.
Access to top-tier investor backing, enhancing company stability and growth potential.
Collaboration with best-in-class real estate agents for personal and professional development.
Flexible work location options across major US cities.
Full Job Description
About the Role
Orchard Title is looking for a dynamic Escrow Officer who has a current book of business, to manage the closing process and provide an exceptional experience for customers for both their own deals and Orchard Brokerage closings. The ideal candidate is a seasoned real estate professional with expert knowledge of residential closings. If you are used to working with high-stakes, time-sensitive deals and managing your own pipeline, then we want to hear from you! This is a full time role that will report into the Escrow Manager for your market. We are open to any of the following locations for this role: Phoenix, Denver, Austin, Dallas, Houston, or San Antonio.
What You'll Do Here:
Actively seek new business by attending sales meetings, real estate events, escrow, and management meetings and interact with lending and banking to increase capture rate.
Prepare closing disclosures, escrow agreements and all other settlement documents according to lender and/or buyer/seller instructions
Clearly communicate and collaborate with cross-functional departments in Customer Experience, Brokerage, Contract Operations, and Funding to promptly troubleshoot and resolve any issues in the Title process to avoid delays
Obtain clear title by curing title defects, satisfying existing liens and encumbrances against property or principals, and verifying proper vesting
Balance all financials with corresponding invoices and tax balances
Provide correct lender closing instructions and oversee the receipt and proper disbursement of funds; ensure all outstanding checks and escrowed funds are properly managed
Maintain compliance with Orchard Title policies and procedures in accordance with governing laws, regulations, regulatory agencies and company standards
We'd Love to Hear From You if You Have:
3+ years of experience as an Licensed Escrow Officer with their own book of business. Expected to bring in a minimum of 5 closings a month from their book of business.
Exceptional verbal and written customer service skills that help form positive relationships both internally and externally
Confidence working with technologies (Google Suite) and speciality software (e.g. Qualia) Will train if needed.
Working knowledge of state-level escrow rules and regulations enforced by Dept of Insurance
A team player mentality who subscribes to the concept of "Team Before Self"
Passion for innovation and are comfortable with change
Organization skills and are exceptionally detail-oriented
This role has a base + commission compensation structure. The annual base salary range for Denver based candidates is $80,000-$90,000 (plus commission) and is based on skills and experience.
About The Orchard
The Orchard is a music distribution and artist services company that provides a range of services to independent artists and labels. The company was founded in 1997 and has since grown to become one of the largest distributors of independent music in the world. The Orchard offers a range of services, including digital distribution, physical distribution, marketing, and rights management. The company has a global presence, with offices in over 40 countries. The Orchard is known for its commitment to independent music and its focus on innovation and technology.
