Escrow Assistant at PLACE

<p><strong>Your Opportunity:</strong></p> <p>At Blueprint Title, we support nationwide escrow disbursement and post-closing operations with an emphasis on accuracy, compliance, and speed — protecting transaction funds and documents at every step. As our Escrow Assistant, you'll partner with the Post-Closing Manager, Escrow Officers, Operations, Title, and Finance teams to keep disbursements and recordings moving smoothly, with a strong focus on Texas transactions. If you thrive on precision, take fiduciary responsibility seriously, and want a hands-on role at the heart of the closing process, this is your PLACE.</p> <p>This role is based on-site in Austin, Texas, with no remote or hybrid option; core hours will be confirmed with your manager.</p> <p><strong>Who Develops You:</strong> Post-Closing Manager</p> <p><strong>What You're Great At:</strong></p> <p>You are someone with exceptional attention to detail and a track record of accurately reviewing data and resolving discrepancies. You bring:</p> <ul> <li>A High School Diploma or GED (required); Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred</li> <li>Experience working with Qualia (required)</li> <li>1+ years of experience in a title, escrow, or closing environment</li> <li>Experience managing fiduciary funds, or an equivalent accounting background, preferred</li> <li>Working knowledge of BankUnited, a plus</li> <li>Proficiency with Qualia or similar title/escrow production software</li> <li>Familiarity with check processing, disbursement procedures, and banking portals</li> <li>The ability to read and interpret settlement statements and disbursement instructions</li> <li>Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to meet critical deadlines</li> <li>Effective written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders</li> <li>The ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive financial information</li> <li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)</li> <li>The ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and adapt in a fast-paced environment</li> <li>A proactive, reliable, and collaborative approach to work</li> <li>A current Texas Escrow License, or willingness to pursue licensure as part of accepting this role</li> </ul> <p><strong>What You'll Do:</strong></p> <p><em>Disbursements</em></p> <ul> <li>Process and coordinate outgoing escrow disbursements nationwide, with an emphasis on Texas transactions</li> <li>Review settlement statements, closing documents, and disbursement instructions for accuracy</li> <li>Prepare and process checks, wires, payoffs, and other transaction disbursements</li> <li>Verify payees, amounts, supporting documentation, and required approvals before funds are released</li> <li>Track pending disbursements and meet critical funding deadlines</li> <li>Maintain accurate records of checks, wires, and disbursement activity</li> <li>Identify and resolve discrepancies before funds are released</li> <li>Follow company procedures for wire fraud prevention, identity verification, and handling escrow funds</li> <li>Monitor the daily schedule of pending disbursements and proactively flag any delays or discrepancies</li> <li>Coordinate with Escrow Officers, Operations, and Finance staff to resolve issues related to checks or disbursements</li> <li>Perform quality control checks to confirm disbursement accuracy and compliance</li> <li>Support additional disbursement-related duties as assigned</li> </ul> <p><em>Post-Closing and Recording</em></p> <ul> <li>Prepare and mail lender documents and other required post-closing documents</li> <li>Coordinate mail-away recordings and ensure documents are properly prepared, sent, tracked, and returned</li> <li>Monitor recording status and follow up on outstanding recording matters</li> <li>Assist with post-closing document review and file completion</li> <li>Maintain accurate records of documents sent for recording and returned recorded documents</li> <li>Coordinate with Escrow Officers, Operations, Title, and Post-Closing teams to resolve outstanding matters</li> <li>Ensure post-closing tasks are completed accurately and within required timelines</li> <li>Other duties as assigned</li> </ul> <p><strong>Salary: </strong>$60,000 - $65,000/year depending on experience. <strong>This is an in-office position, Monday - Friday</strong>.</p> <p><strong>Why Blueprint Title:</strong></p> <p>We believe people do their best work when they're trusted, supported, and part of a team that gets the details right. As our Escrow Assistant, you'll play a critical role in making sure funds and documents move accurately and on time, every time — building the reputation for reliability that our clients count on.</p>