Escrow Officer

Closing Coordination

• Communication: Serve as a professional point of contact for clients, real estate agents, lenders, and other parties; provide accurate status updates and coordinate document flow throughout the closing process.
• Closing Preparation: Prepare and review closing packages, coordinate signing appointments, and confirm all documentation is complete and accurate prior to closing.
• Collaboration: Work in close partnership with the Senior Escrow Officer to manage pipeline, address transaction issues, and ensure a consistent, high-quality closing experience.

Post-Closing & Disbursements

• Disbursement: Execute all post-closing disbursement tasks accurately and on time, including check issuance and wire transfers to all applicable parties.
• Document Recording: Prepare and submit required documents for recording with the appropriate county or recording authority; monitor for confirmation and resolve any rejections promptly.
• Loan Package Shipment: Package and deliver signed loan documents and closing packages to lenders in accordance with lender-specific guidelines.
• Trailing Documents: Coordinate the receipt and distribution of trailing documents, including recorded deeds, deeds of trust, and lien releases; update the file and forward originals to the appropriate parties.
• Compliance & Record-Keeping: Ensure all post-closing activity is documented in accordance with company policy and applicable state regulations, with particular attention to escrow accounting and financial record integrity. 

Qualifications:

Required

• Minimum 7 years of experience as a licensed Escrow Officer in Texas (Plus if licensed in other states)
• Active Escrow Officer license 
• Comprehensive working knowledge of the title and escrow process, from order opening through post-closing
• Demonstrated ability to manage escrow files independently, including closing preparation, funding, disbursement, and recording
• Proficiency in Qualia title and escrow software
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Gmail)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a professional, service-oriented approach
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple active files simultaneously

Preferred

• Multi-state title and escrow experience, particularly as UpEquity Title continues to expand its national footprint
• Familiarity with startup or growth-stage company environments and comfort with evolving processes and systems
• Additional training or certification in title insurance, escrow, or real estate

Professional Competencies

• Self-directed and accountable — able to prioritize independently and execute without close supervision
• Adaptable and solutions-oriented — comfortable navigating change and contributing to process improvement
• Collaborative team player who communicates proactively and supports team goals
• Professional demeanor with a commitment to accuracy, confidentiality, and client service 

Being a competitive startup organization, we care a lot about our employees and want to take care of them the best we can. Not only does your hard work pay off monetarily but we offer great benefits, perks and incentives to make sure your efforts are recognized. We offer:

• Competitive compensation
• PTO & Sick Time + 11 holidays to enjoy work/life balance
• Opportunities for growth and continuous development
• An exciting and positive work environment - we have snacks and drinks for you daily!

Important Details: 

• You must reside in Austin
• You must be willing to work in the office (Downtown Austin)

For information on UpEquity, including more information on employee benefits and our company culture, visit our website at www.upequity.com.

UpEquity is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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