What are the responsibilities and job description for the Settlement Officer position at Legalty Title & Real Estate Services?
About Legalty: We are an established boutique title agency that is growing. We are a team of experienced professionals who ensure that dreams of home ownership and real estate investments are secure by providing comprehensive title insurance and legal services. We are solution-oriented, real estate law gurus who guide our clients to protect their best interests. We are passionate about what we do and the clients we serve, and proud of the depth of our title and legal experience.
Our Core Values:
Collaboration – We prioritize seamless transactions by fostering collaboration with all stakeholders. True teamwork enhances communication, engagement, and effectiveness.
Creativity – In complex situations, we excel in creative problem solving to deliver results. Our commitment to continuous improvement drives us to innovate and create tailored solutions for our clients.
Celebration – We believe our work is meaningful and contributes to something greater. Sharing moments of inspiration, appreciation and celebrating wins, big or small, is vital to us.
Position Summary: We’re seeking a Settlement Officer to oversee the end-to-end title closing process, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. This role involves processing title orders, coordinate with clients and stakeholders, and resolving any issues that arise. Key responsibilities include ensuring all documents meet legal and regulatory standards, implementing risk management protocols, and driving process improvements to enhance efficiency. The Settlement Officer serves as the primary point of contact for real estate agents, lenders, and attorneys, ensuring seamless communication and customer satisfaction. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills are essential, along with expertise in title operations, compliance, and closing procedures.
The ideal candidate is excited to hit the ground running and work collaboratively and closely alongside our Closing Manager and other teammates. We’re looking for a team player with a positive approach, curious by nature, customer-centric, a problem solver, solution driven, and a great communicator (written and oral). We pride ourselves on a customer-centric approach to title and invite similarly enthusiastic people to apply.
Please note this is a full-time, in-office position.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Experience: At least 5 years of experience in title operations or closing.
- Skills:
- Deep understanding of title insurance, escrow, and closing processes.
- Strong knowledge of industry regulations, compliance requirements, and legal standards.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- Proven ability to manage a closing pipeline and meet deadlines.
- Strong problem-solving and issue-resolution abilities.
- Proficiency with title production software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Soft Pro experience a plus.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.
Required
Applications: Standard workplace applications with a basic proficiency in Excel; intermediate proficiency in Word and advanced proficiency in Outlook. Experience with a title software such as SoftPro and Simplifile preferred but not required.
Compensation: Generous package commensurate with experience. Compensation includes base salary, commission on origination, incentive bonuses, health care, 401k.
Contact:Nina Rogers – Nina@legaltyservices.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
- Ardmore, PA 19003: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $70,000