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Escrow Assistant - Bilingual January 27, 2025

14358527

Located in Houston, TX

Pay: $40-45K DOE

Job Full Description

Job Title: Escrow Assistant
Location: Galleria Area of Houston
Pay: $40-45K depending on experience

Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Escrow Assistant to support our client's team of escrow officers and facilitate seamless real estate closing transactions. This temp-to-hire position offers the opportunity for rapid promotion and sponsorship to obtain licensure. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels in communication, and maintains a professional demeanor while juggling multiple responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Customer Interaction:

  • Answer phone calls, take messages, and transfer calls as needed.
  • Greet visitors warmly, offering coffee or water to ensure a welcoming environment.

• Communication and Coordination:

  • Respond promptly to emails sent directly or to the “Houston” inbox.
  • Oversee the daily closing schedule, updating it regularly and notifying escrow officers of Houston area closings.
  • Communicate with escrow officers regarding potential file issues, scheduling conflicts, and realtor communications.

• Document Preparation and File Management:

  • Print closing documents for escrow officers for files ready for closing.
  • Assist with scheduling borrowers and coordinating with notaries.
  • Record, scan, and mail deeds of trust, warranty deeds, and title policies to appropriate parties within 30 days of receipt.
  • Provide detailed notes on file activities and updates.

• Escrow Support:

  • Assist escrow officers with contacting borrowers for checks related to cash-to-close, earnest money, survey, and HOA payments.
  • Open files in Ramquest, receipt real estate contracts, and email agents copies of contracts and pertinent information.
  • Contact borrowers to gather seller information for ordering payoffs, surveys, and HOA documentation.
  • Facilitate refinance and purchase closings if escrow officers are unavailable.

• Client Relations:

  • Maintain and develop client relationships to promote future real estate transactions.
  • Assist the sales team with checking file statuses or addressing client questions.

• General Duties:

  • Courier documents or checks to clients promptly as needed.
  • Maintain a professional and positive demeanor in all communications with clients and colleagues.
  • Adhere to business attire Monday–Thursday and business casual attire on Fridays.
  • Regular attendance and reliability.

• Other Responsibilities:

  • Perform additional duties as assigned by the manager.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in escrow, real estate, or a related field.
• Proficiency with escrow software (e.g., Ramquest) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Bilingual: Fluent in Spanish and English (read, write, and speak).
• Notary license in the State of Texas is required.
• Working knowledge of Adobe

Schedule:
Full-time, Monday through Friday 8:30A-5:30P

If you are a motivated individual with a passion for real estate and exceptional organizational abilities, we encourage you to apply now. After applying please send your resume to kari.helm@expresspros.com Subject: Escrow Assistant

Houston (Downtown), TX
3211
1235 North Loop West
Suite 730
Houston, TX 77008

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