Title Insurance Agent / Escrow Officer Job in Grand Rapids 49546, Michigan Us
New start up title insurance agency is looking for an experienced entrepreneurial title agent who possess the ability to perform all task associated with running a successful title agency and handle closings.
The right candidate will have both the experience to perform title searches, handle escrow services and closings and has the desire to grow the company to the highest level achievable! The agency has all licenses necessary and will be ready to open in December. We are looking for a goal oriented, highly motivated, self starter who is also tech savvy and possess management skills needed for growth. Fantastic communication abilities and superb customer relations skills are essential! Our company will provide the latest technologies and support needed for a successful business.
Job Purpose-Candidate will:
Order, Examine, Clear and Issue title policies. Protect buy/sell transactions by collecting, holding, and disbursing escrow funds according to buyer/seller/lender instructions.
Duties-Candidate will be responsible for:
*Taking applications, processing the file, ordering searches, entering information into our software.
*Examining public records to determine condition of title and matters that must be an exception from coverage.
* Determining escrow requirements by studying and clarifying buyer/seller/lender instructions.
* Establishing escrow accounts by depositing buyer's funds in escrow accounts; maintain records; notify seller of deposits.
* Verifying receipt of merchandise by confirming receipt with buyer, confirms acceptance of merchandise by obtaining approval from buyer.
* Closing escrow accounts by disbursing funds to seller.
* Completing transaction by preparing and distributing final papers.
* Complying with legal requirements by adhering to regulations.
* Updating job knowledge by participating in continuing educational opportunities.
* Be a licensed notary.
* Able to issue final policies at closing.
* Accepting ownership for new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
Skills/Qualifications:
Prior title agency experience, title search experience with title plants and county records, title agency software experience, escrow and closing experience, financial skills, documentation skills, excellent verbal communication and customer service, organization, confidentiality, professionalism, managing processes, motivation for sales, and meeting sales goals.