Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $15.75 - $20.75
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
healthcare
401(k) savings plan
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Basic life insurance/AD&D insurance
Paid medical leave
Paid parental leave
Voluntary benefits such as accident, cancer, critical illness, long-term and short-term disability
Job Description
Meridian Title is one of the nation's largest independent title agencies, bringing over 80 years of experience in providing title insurance coverage, escrow closings, and a wide range of real estate-related services. Established as a trusted leader in the industry, Meridian Title prides itself on its commitment to excellence, customer service, and comprehensive solutions designed to meet the varied needs of homebuyers, sellers, real estate professionals, and lenders. The company operates with a dedication to integrity, professionalism, and innovation, ensuring that every client receives superior support throughout their real estate transactions. Meridian Title's extensive expertise and longstanding presence have enabled it to build strong relationships across the country, delivering results that foster confidence and trust within the local and national real estate markets.
This particular opportunity is located in Meridian Title's Fort Wayne (North) office, where the company is actively seeking a Receptionist to join its dynamic team of title and escrow professionals. This role plays a critical part in maintaining the smooth operation and welcoming environment of the office. The Receptionist serves as the first point of contact for customers and partners, ensuring that every individual who enters the office or interacts over the phone receives courteous and professional service. Responsibilities include managing daily office opening and closing procedures, coordinating with the escrow department on closing schedules, maintaining the reception area, handling communications, and supporting staff with a variety of administrative tasks.
The ideal candidate will be energetic, self-motivated, and able to multitask in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. Experience in a receptionist role, particularly within the real estate or title insurance industry, is preferred, as is a high school diploma or the equivalent. Meridian Title values employees who demonstrate reliability, attention to detail, and excellent interpersonal skills. Along with competitive compensation, this position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare, 401(k) savings plan, paid time off, paid holidays, and various insurance options. Meridian Title fosters a culture of equal opportunity employment, welcoming individuals regardless of race, color, gender, religion, or other protected statuses, underscoring its commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Working as a Receptionist at Meridian Title means being a vital part of a well-established company dedicated to supporting real estate transactions with precision and professionalism. This role offers the chance to engage with a broad spectrum of clients and professionals, contribute to the efficiency of daily operations, and grow within a respected organization that values its team members' contributions and well-being. If you are looking for a meaningful place to build your career where your organizational and communication skills will be valued and developed, Meridian Title’s Fort Wayne reception role is an excellent fit.
This particular opportunity is located in Meridian Title's Fort Wayne (North) office, where the company is actively seeking a Receptionist to join its dynamic team of title and escrow professionals. This role plays a critical part in maintaining the smooth operation and welcoming environment of the office. The Receptionist serves as the first point of contact for customers and partners, ensuring that every individual who enters the office or interacts over the phone receives courteous and professional service. Responsibilities include managing daily office opening and closing procedures, coordinating with the escrow department on closing schedules, maintaining the reception area, handling communications, and supporting staff with a variety of administrative tasks.
The ideal candidate will be energetic, self-motivated, and able to multitask in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. Experience in a receptionist role, particularly within the real estate or title insurance industry, is preferred, as is a high school diploma or the equivalent. Meridian Title values employees who demonstrate reliability, attention to detail, and excellent interpersonal skills. Along with competitive compensation, this position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare, 401(k) savings plan, paid time off, paid holidays, and various insurance options. Meridian Title fosters a culture of equal opportunity employment, welcoming individuals regardless of race, color, gender, religion, or other protected statuses, underscoring its commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Working as a Receptionist at Meridian Title means being a vital part of a well-established company dedicated to supporting real estate transactions with precision and professionalism. This role offers the chance to engage with a broad spectrum of clients and professionals, contribute to the efficiency of daily operations, and grow within a respected organization that values its team members' contributions and well-being. If you are looking for a meaningful place to build your career where your organizational and communication skills will be valued and developed, Meridian Title’s Fort Wayne reception role is an excellent fit.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Two years of receptionist experience preferred
- Prior experience in the real estate and/or title industry strongly preferred
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Two years of receptionist experience preferred
- Prior experience in the real estate and/or title industry strongly preferred
Job Duties
- Opens and closes the office daily, ensures that the office and closing rooms are prepared for the arrival of customers (including after each closing throughout the day)
- Retrieves daily detailed closing schedule from escrow department and prints closing schedules
- Reviews all items at the reception desk and addresses as indicated, works with appropriate personnel or manager to discuss appropriate actions with unfamiliar items
- Answers the phone and directs internal and/or external customers to the appropriate person or office that would best satisfy their needs
- Acknowledges guests immediately in a friendly manner, greets and screens visitors to determine the nature of their business and where to direct them
- Where applicable, delivers checks to customers when they arrive, and collects appropriate identification from customers
- Prepares error free daily escrow deposit, completes online deposit form
- Responds to and forwards to appropriate staff where applicable email and voicemail, as soon as possible, but a minimum of once each hour
- Handles daily incoming and outgoing mail
- Where applicable, prepares recordings creating spreadsheets for tracking purposes
- sends to appropriate parties regularly according to schedule
- Prints and delivers closing packages for Escrow Officers
- Orders paper, office supplies, and coffee supplies as needed
- Performs other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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