Escrow Officer

CENTRAL TITLE DIVISION

Job Description:

Are you an experienced Escrow Officer who thrives on building relationships, managing transactions from contract to close, and delivering an exceptional customer experience? We're seeking a skilled escrow professional to join our team and play a key role in ensuring smooth, accurate, and timely real estate closings.

In this role, you'll work directly with buyers, real estate agents, lenders, builders, and other transaction stakeholders to guide files through the closing process while serving as a trusted resource from start to finish. This is an excellent opportunity for an Escrow Officer who enjoys a customer-facing role and is looking to continue growing their career with an experienced, collaborative team.

This is a fully onsite position (Monday-Friday) based in our Tomball, TX office.

What You'll Do

As an Escrow Officer, you'll be responsible for managing residential real estate transactions from opening through closing, including:

Managing escrow files and ensuring transactions progress smoothly and efficiently

Reviewing title commitments and assisting in the resolution of title requirements and issues

Preparing closing packages, settlement statements, and related transaction documents

Coordinating with buyers, lenders, real estate agents, builders, and attorneys throughout the transaction lifecycle

Scheduling and conducting closing appointments with customers

Delivering a professional and positive closing experience for homebuyers

Assisting with funding, receipt of lender funds, and transaction disbursements

Reviewing documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance

Maintaining thorough electronic records and file documentation

Managing multiple transactions simultaneously while meeting closing deadlines

Partnering with internal teams to ensure exceptional service and operational excellence

Builder-Focused Opportunity

This role primarily supports a high-volume builder account, providing a structured and process-driven environment. You'll work closely with homebuyers throughout the transaction, keeping them informed, answering questions, and guiding them through the closing process. Much of the workflow is standardized, allowing you to focus on customer service, relationship management, and delivering successful closings.

Required Qualifications

Escrow Officer experience managing residential purchase transactions

Experience conducting closings and working directly with customers

Knowledge of escrow processes, closing documents, settlement statements, and industry terminology

Strong understanding of the residential closing process

Excellent organizational and time-management skills

Ability to manage multiple files and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook

Ability to exercise sound judgment and work independently

Preferred Qualifications

Notary Commission

Knowledge of title insurance policies and endorsements

Experience preparing closing packages and coordinating real estate transactions

What Makes You Successful

You are someone who:

Delivers outstanding customer service with every interaction

Maintains accuracy while working in a fast-paced environment

Builds strong relationships with customers, agents, lenders, and teammates

Communicates professionally and effectively

Demonstrates accountability, dependability, and professionalism

Embraces technology, learning, and continuous improvement

Brings a positive attitude and a team-first mindset

Why Join Us?

Work alongside experienced escrow and title professionals

Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development

Exposure to a wide variety of real estate transactions

Collaborative and supportive team environment

Opportunity to grow your escrow career with a respected organization

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Benefits may include:

Comprehensive medical, prescriptions, dental and vision plans

401(k) plan with a discretionary company match

Shareholder Purchase and Reinvestment Plan

Basic life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance premium paid by the company

Voluntary supplemental life insurance for employees, spouses and dependent children

Fertility and Family Building Benefits

Paid Disability benefits

Paid time off programs

11 Company paid holidays per year

Flexible spending account

Health savings account (available to High Deductible Health Plan participants only)

Employee Assistance Program

Educational Assistance Program

Voluntary benefits, such as Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and Accident Insurance

Title insurance policies and certain escrow services for the employee’s primary personal residence at no charge

Transportation benefit plan for mass transit, parking and vanpool, in several markets

Note: If you currently are employed by Old Republic Title (or one of its wholly owned affiliated companies) please get in touch with your human resources representative regarding the application process.

For California applicants, please click the following link to view our CCPA Applicant Notice Old Republic Title is an Equal Opportunity Employer