Heyl, Royster, Voelker & Allen, P.C., is a large, fast-paced law firm seeking a motivated, organized, and reliable individual for a full-time Title Operations Assistant/Closing Agent opening in the real estate department of our Peoria office. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits*, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Life/ADD, Employee Assistance Benefits, Paid Vacation/Sick/Holiday. Additionally, the Firm provides at no cost to full-time employees: Basic term life/ADD, Short- and Long-Term Disability, and a 401K plan. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been waiting for, apply today!

A DAY IN THE LIFE AS TITLE OPERATIONS ASSISTANT/CLOSING AGENT

• As Title Operations Assistant/Closing Agent, you will spend most of your time independently supporting the daily functions of the real estate department.
• Conduct title searches and examine public records to determine the legal status of properties.
• Maintain and organize electronic and physical files related to real estate transactions.
• Assist in the preparation, review, and distribution of title commitments, title policies, and other title-related documents.
• Coordinate with title companies, lenders, real estate agents, and clients to obtain necessary information and documents for title clearance and closing.
• Assist in preparing closing documents, settlement statements, and other related documentation.
• Assist as needed with closings and post-closing disbursements and issuance of final title policies

QUALIFICATIONS FOR TITLE OPERATIONS ASSISTANT/CLOSING AGENT

Education: High school diploma or equivalent; associate's or bachelor's degree preferred.

Experience: Minimum of two years of experience in real estate title operations or a related field within a law firm or title company preferred.

Skills:

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Familiarity with real estate terminology, title insurance processes, and related documentation.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Despite a fast pace and short timeframes, you excel and are efficient and thorough with multiple large volume tasks. You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills to help improve processes and documentation to minimize errors.

Do you have solid communication skills? Do the words "well organized" and "detail-oriented" describe you? Would you love to be part of a team dedicated to exceptional results? If so, we want you to join our team!

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

We understand your time is valuable, and that is why we have a quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this position at our law firm, please fill out our 3-minute, mobile-friendly application so that we can review your information. We look forward to meeting you!

Heyl Royster is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

*This benefit list is current at the time of posting but is subject to change at any time.