Escrow Floater
57 Malaga Cove Plaza , 129 Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90274 US
Job Description
Position: Escrow Officer / Floater
We are seeking an experienced Escrow Officer / Floater to manage real estate escrow transactions and provide exceptional customer service.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee and coordinate escrow activities, including title clearing, document preparation (CD’s/HUD’s), fund disbursement, wire initiation, check cutting, file balancing, policy issuance, and contract settlement.
- Prepare all necessary closing documents to ensure title insurance issuance at closing.
- Review and resolve title defects, liens, judgments, claims, bankruptcies, etc.
- Record, prepare, and initiate documents using RamQuest software.
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
- Examine records (deeds, deeds of trust, liens, judgments, easements, and maps) to verify property ownership and encumbrances, and confirm legal property descriptions.
Who You Are:
- A collaborative team player who mentors closing assistants.
- Skilled in mathematical calculations and comfortable contacting lenders, tax authorities, and others to gather necessary information.
- Efficient at managing multiple priorities with a focus on closing dates and accuracy.
- Professional, with strong representation of the company both internally and externally.
Qualifications:
- 3-5+ years of experience as a licensed escrow officer.
- Working knowledge of RamQuest and File Scan; Close Simple is a plus.
- Proven record of meeting/exceeding goals and growing a book of business.
- Current Notary for the State of California (preferred but not required).
- Comprehensive understanding of standard real estate settlement processes.
- ‘Do it now’ mentality with excellent follow-up and communication skills.
- Strong quality-conscious approach, taking pride in well-executed work.
- Skilled at managing high volumes of transactions in a paperless environment.
- Ability to handle challenging customers professionally and resolve closing issues swiftly.
- Exemplary organizational skills and proficiency in closing software and MS Word.
Meet Your Recruiter
Veschion McDonald
Business Development - Finance
Veschion Mcdonald joins Marquee with 15 years of experience in the staffing and recruitment industry. She has held various positions, including Regional, Branch, and National Business Development Manager. Veschion specializes in banking, engineering, credit unions, escrow, and title, bringing a strong understanding of these industries to her role.
Her commitment to the staffing industry is evident in her hands-on approach, ensuring she understands every aspect of branch office operations. Although she initially started her career in law, at UCLA, an excellent opportunity in the staffing industry led her to discover her true niche.
When Veschion is not working, she enjoys the coastal lifestyle. Living near Downtown Long Beach, she loves taking evening strolls with her fiancé and jogging by the coast.