Escrow Assistant

Who We Are

Join a team that puts its People First! First American's Direct division provides comprehensive title insurance protection and professional settlement services for real estate purchases, refinances and equity loans.

Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people.

They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential.

Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for ten consecutive years.

We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists.

First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all.

For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.

What We Do

Typically found in a branch/office setting where the assistant is providing support to Escrow department by assisting with customer service and administrative duties related to escrow closings.

May provide general support for a team, or partner with an escrow officer.

Primarily focused on residential transactions.

Essential Functions

Performs a wide range of administrative duties to gather information and assist in the escrow process

Duties may include: Opening orders, inputting closing statement information, preparing documents for closing and handling the complete disbursement and follow up of all escrow transactions

Communicates requirements and other information to clients

Interprets various agreements as they relate to closing and prepare all documents required for transactions

Knowledge and Skills/Technology Used

Customer service skills

Problem solving skills

Strong organizational skills

Knowledge of MS Office suite

Excellent verbal/written communication skills

Able to maintain professionalism and a positive service attitude at all times

Strong detail orientation

Knowledge of company and/or client operating systems

Typical Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Typical Range of Experience

2+ years experience in an escrow related experience

Pay Range: $24.00 - $26.00 Hourly

This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting.

Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.

What We Offer

By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it’s the key to our success.

We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All.

You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work.

First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.

** Note that the following statements only apply to candidates who will be working from an unincorporated area within Los Angeles County.

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First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act).

First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant’s criminal history in connection with a conditional offer.

First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements.

Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.