Description We are looking for a skilled Escrow Assistant to join our clients team in the East Bay. This Contract-to-Permanent position offers an excellent opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals in a dynamic environment that handles both residential and commercial escrows, 1031 exchanges, and business sales. If you are detail-oriented and have a passion for the escrow process, this role will provide valuable exposure to diverse transactions and expert mentorship. Responsibilities: • Open new escrow accounts, gather accurate details, and ensure proper file setup. • Manage the deposit and disbursement of funds while balancing escrow accounts. • Order title searches and obtain necessary instruments to clear title for closing. • Assist with pre-closing file maintenance and post-closing follow-up tasks. • Support the Escrow Officer by conducting closing activities and processing payoffs. • Communicate title requirements and exceptions, as well as purchase and sale agreements, to relevant parties. • Organize and maintain file systems, ensuring records are properly categorized and accessible. • Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including lender loan packages and status letters, adhering to time-sensitive guidelines. • Record legal documents and ensure compliance with customer preference forms. • Provide transaction updates and information to authorized individuals while maintaining confidentiality. Requirements • Minimum of two years of escrow experience, preferably in residential or commercial escrow processes. • Strong understanding of escrow procedures, title insurance, and clearance requirements. • Familiarity with handling payoffs, balancing escrow accounts, and recording legal documents. • Proficient in interpreting purchase agreements and title exceptions. • Ability to work independently as a self-starter with excellent organizational skills. • Experience in real estate, banking, or legal fields is highly desirable. • Demonstrated commitment to teamwork, respect, accountability, and profitability. • Ability to adapt quickly and take ownership of the escrow process. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .