Escrow Assistant

Description

First Hawaii Title, is the fastest growing title company in the Western Region leading the industry for over 30 years! Are you ready to grow your career and move to the next level? Then we need to talk! Together, we are building a company that strives to live into our values – Growth, Relentless Self Improvement, Be Kind, Be Different, Next Level Service, Connection – Building Relationships That Matter and Own It – 100% Responsibility. If this sounds like an environment that you might like, read on.

**Local candidates only**

As an Escrow Assistant, you will learn and get trained on the following:

• Assist escrow officer with real estate transactions from inception to closing

• Communicate with and obtain information from all parties to the transaction, third-party vendors, homeowner and condo associations, etc.

• Open escrow, deposit funds and maintain records in our system

• Knowledgeable in the preparation and use of all transaction documents pertaining to refinance and sale transactions

• Prepare escrow documents by assisting with the review and completion of various statements, closing disclosure forms and other related documents

• Prior to disbursement, confirm all funds are collected, all appropriate documents are checked for accuracy, signatures are collected, and acknowledgements and legal descriptions are correct

• Communicate with the realtors, lenders and parties to the transaction

• Proactive focus, addressing inquiries from internal and external parties professionally and timely and communication to escrow officer in order to rectifying issues immediately

• Balance and disburse funds

Requirements

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as an Escrow Assistant in the title/escrow industry

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, as well as written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities

• Excellent customer service skills

Cultural fit is very important to us. We value strong internal relationships and a supportive team environment. If you're highly motivated and ready to take the next step in your career with a company that values you, First Hawaii Title may be a fit for you.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision

• 401K

• Generous paid time off policies

Language Skills:

Strong communication and organizational skills. Ability to write and speak effectively. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from group of managers, clients, customers, and the public.

Mathematical Ability:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to quickly assimilate oral and written data to analyze facts and draw logical conclusions. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

Computer Skills:

High level of proficiency with computers, software including Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and other technology.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit and use a computer keyboard and mouse. The employee is required to talk and must be able to read documents in electronic and hard copy. The employee is occasionally required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Frequent travel is required.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate consisting of usual business office sounds including but not limited to computers, printers, telephones, and light foot traffic.

NexTitle -First Hawaii Title is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.