Escrow Officer

Barrister Title is seeking an experienced Title Closer / Escrow Officer to manage residential real estate transactions from contract to closing in our Schererville, Indiana office. We are looking for someone confident, detail-oriented, calm under pressure, and takes pride in delivering smooth, accurate closings while building strong relationships with clients and industry partners. This role is ideal for an experienced closer who wants a supportive, organized environment with strong operational backing, steady business, and a team that genuinely works together.

WHAT MAKES THIS ROLE IMPORTANT

The right closer is more than someone who signs documents at the table.

You are:

The calm presence clients trust during an important transaction The detail-oriented professional who keeps files accurate and compliant The communication hub between all parties involved in the transaction The problem-solver who helps prevent last-minute surprises A key part of the reputation and experience that clients associate with the Barrister Title

WHY BARRISTER TITLE

Barrister Title is a growing multi-office title company serving clients throughout Illinois and Indiana. We are known for delivering smooth, professional closings with strong communication, responsive service, and a personal touch. Our team works closely together to create a supportive, organized environment where employees are respected, trusted, and backed by experienced leadership. We value professionalism, teamwork, attention to detail, and people who genuinely care about doing things the right way. You won't be left on an island here. Our closers are supported by a strong team, steady workflow, established relationships, and leadership that understands the realities of the title industry. If you're an experienced closer looking for a professional environment where your expertise is appreciated, and your work truly matters — we'd love to connect.

Compensation:

$60,000 - $65,000 yearly

Responsibilities:

Prepare and conduct residential purchase and refinance closings Review and interpret mortgage loan documentation Prepare, review, and balance settlement statements accurately Coordinate with lenders, agents, attorneys, HOAs, buyers, and sellers throughout the transaction Manage timelines, documents, title requirements, and communication from opening through funding Ensure files are complete, accurate, and ready for closing Fund transactions accurately and on time Help proactively identify and resolve issues before they become closing delays Maintain compliance with all company procedures and applicable regulations Deliver a professional, organized, client-focused closing experience

Qualifications:

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Experience handling residential title closings and escrow transactions Strong working knowledge of mortgage loan documentation and settlement statements Excellent organization and file management skills Ability to manage multiple transactions and deadlines efficiently Strong communication and relationship-building skills Professional, polished, and pleasant to work with Someone who takes ownership, follows through, and keeps files moving SoftPro experience is a plus About Company

ABOUT BARRISTER TITLE

Barrister Title is a growing multi-office title company serving clients throughout Illinois and Indiana. We are known for delivering smooth, professional closings with strong communication, responsive service, and a personal touch. Our team works closely with real estate agents, lenders, attorneys, buyers, and sellers to help transactions move efficiently from contract to closing. We believe great service comes from strong teamwork behind the scenes, attention to detail, and genuinely caring about the people we work with every day. At Barrister Title, employees are supported, respected, and encouraged to grow within the industry. We value professionalism, reliability, positive attitudes, and people who take ownership of their work and care about getting things done the right way. We work hard, move quickly, help each other, and take pride in being the calm, capable team our clients can count on.