Senior Commercial Escrow Specialist

As a Sr. Commercial Escrow Specialist, you’ll play a key role in reviewing and interpreting title commitments for real estate transactions across new and existing sites. Your ability to identify and address title issues early in the process helps guide strategic decisions and streamline development timelines. This role requires strong communication and problem-solving skills, as your work directly influences our ability to meet departmental goals.

• Manage, document, and confirm real estate closing procedures in alignment with agreed-upon terms, ensuring all steps are completed accurately and efficiently.
• Notify individuals and departments of key dates and milestones relevant to their responsibilities, helping everyone stay aligned and on schedule.
• Interpret lease and agreement language to assess intent and approve related costs and documents, applying sound judgment and attention to detail.
• Maintain accurate records in StoreDev ahead of scheduled meetings and delegate tasks to the appropriate team members to drive timely action.
• Attend and contribute to real estate meetings, including pipeline reviews, by estimating, tracking, and maintaining key dates that influence store openings.
• Make quick, strategic decisions when needed to preserve deals and prevent delays that could impact store openings.
• Step in to assist with responsibilities typically handled by the Commercial Escrow Specialist when needed, ensuring continuity and team success.

• 3-5 years of experience handling routine contracts and/or Juris Doctor required. Minimum of 3 years of experience working in real estate transactions preferred
• Ability to negotiate confidently and communicate clearly with a wide range of stakeholders, including sellers, landlords, attorneys, escrow agents, and brokers
• High level of proficiency, attention to detail, and sound judgment, especially when making quick decisions to preserve deals and avoid delays
• Detail-oriented, can thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy working collaboratively to solve problems