Date posted: October 23, 2025

Job Name: Escrow Officer

Job Type: Full-time (40 hours/week)

Salary Range: $65,000 - $90,000 per year (Negotiable with an existing book of business)

Benefits: Eligible

Work Location: In person, California

Job Description

A reputable California-based Title Company is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Escrow Officer to fully own the closing process for a variety of real estate transactions. You will be the central driver for every closing, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and a smooth experience for all parties involved, while setting the standard for exceptional client service.

You will be expected to demonstrate a thorough understanding of the unique "licensed" or "controlled" escrow requirements specific to California, adhering to the high consumer protection standards enforced by the state.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full, end-to-end escrow process for diverse residential and commercial real estate transactions.
• Prepare, review, and finalize all critical closing documents and escrow instructions with meticulous accuracy, ensuring full compliance with the California Escrow Law (Financial Code Division 6).
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all stakeholders, including lenders, real estate agents, attorneys, and clients, coordinating instructions to facilitate a timely close.
• Proactively troubleshoot complex transaction issues and ensure strict adherence to all title industry regulations, California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) requirements, and company auditing standards.
• Maintain meticulous transaction files and records necessary for internal and regulatory audits.

Required Qualifications

• Proven success with 2-5 years of experience as an Escrow Officer in California is strongly preferred.
• Deep, functional expertise in California title and escrow procedures, best practices, and regulatory compliance, particularly relating to licensed or controlled escrows.
• Experience with industry-leading software (e.g., SoftPro, RamQuest, Qualia, or ResWare).
• Exceptional organizational skills, detail-orientation, and a demonstrated ability to manage a high volume of multiple files simultaneously.
• Outstanding communication, negotiation, and collaborative problem-solving abilities are essential.

Preferred Qualification

• Book of Business: -Candidates bringing a small, existing book of business will have a -negotiable salary and compensation structure (not required).

Application

If you are a high-performing Escrow Officer with proven expertise in California escrow procedures, this is your opportunity to join a firm where your work makes a measurable impact. Take on this challenge—submit your application today.