Escrow Assistant

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