Escrow/Compliance Officer

Job ID#: 36894

Escrow/Compliance Officer – Spring, TX

As a Compliance Officer you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the company’s compliance program to ensure adherence to federal, state, and investor regulations governing the title and closing industry. This position provides oversight and guidance to ensure operational integrity, mitigate risk, and maintain compliance with industry standards, including ALTA and TLTA Best Practices, state licensing requirements, and lender expectations. If you are analytical, organized and have strong communication skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple projects across various categories this is the perfect position.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive compliance programs aligned with federal, state, and local regulations governing title and settlement operations.
• Monitor changes in legislation and regulatory requirements, and proactively update policies and procedures accordingly.
• Conduct internal audits, risk assessments, and compliance reviews to identify potential areas of concern and implement corrective actions.
• Provide guidance and training to employees on compliance policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Investigate compliance issues, complaints, and violations, documenting findings and recommending resolutions.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies and respond to audits or inquiries.
• Collaborate with legal, operations, and risk management teams to ensure consistent compliance practices across all offices and business units.
• Prepare and present regular compliance reports to senior management.
• Promote a culture of ethical conduct and compliance awareness throughout the organization.

What You Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Finance, or related field; advanced degree or certifications (e.g., CRCM, CCEP) preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in compliance, legal, or regulatory roles in title industry
• Strong knowledge of federal and state real estate, title, and settlement regulations.
• Experience with risk assessment, internal auditing, and policy development.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to train and influence employees at all levels.
• High ethical standards and the ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.

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