Who We Are
Join a team that puts its People First! Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for eleven consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.
What We Do
Escrow Assistant / Associate Escrow Officer
Build Your Career. Drive Real Transactions. Deliver Exceptional Experiences.
At First American, we’re transforming the real estate closing experience -bringing together high-touch service and modern technology to move faster, work smarter, and deliver for our customers.
We’re looking for an Escrow Assistant / Associate Escrow Officer in [Location] who is energized by a fast-paced environment, enjoys working with people, and wants to grow into a high-impact role.
This is not just a support position - it’s your opportunity to learn the business, take ownership, and build a long-term career in escrow.
What You’ll Be Doing (Day-to-Day)
No two days are the same and that’s the point.
- Keep multiple real estate transactions moving from open to close
- Communicate with clients, agents, lenders, and partners—by phone, email, and in person
- Prepare and review documents, ensuring everything is accurate and complete
- Spot issues early and help solve them before they impact closing
- Manage deadlines, priorities, and details across several files at once
- Use systems and tools to stay organized and efficient
You’ll be in the middle of the action - helping bring deals across the finish line.
What We’re Looking For
We’re hiring for mindset and capability, not just experience.
- You like working with people and building relationships
- You are responsive—you don’t let calls sit or emails go unanswered
- You stay organized and focused, even when things get busy
- You take ownership—you don’t wait to be told what to do
- You’re comfortable using technology and learning new systems
- You’re detail-oriented but can still move with speed
- You want a career—not just a job
Experience in escrow, real estate, financial services, or operations is helpful but not required for the right candidate.
What You’ll Gain
- Hands-on experience in real estate transactions
- A clear path to Escrow Officer and beyond
- Exposure to industry-leading tools and technology
- A team that values performance, growth, and collaboration
What Sets This Role Apart
- High touch: you’ll work directly with clients and partners
- High impact: your work directly affects closing outcomes
- High growth: you’ll build skills that translate into long-term career advancement
The Future of This Role
The escrow professional of the future still wins on trust and relationships—
but operates with greater speed, stronger judgment, and smarter use of technology.
If you’re someone who:
- enjoys solving problems
- thrives in a fast-moving environment
- and wants to grow into a role with real responsibility
we want to meet you.
Pay Range: $23.37 - $31.14 Hourly
This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.
** Note that the following statements only apply to candidates who will be working from an unincorporated area within Los Angeles County. **
First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act).
First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant’s criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements.
What We Offer
By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it’s the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.
Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.