Corporate communications Jobs in Lakeland, FL

Real Estate Closing Specialist

Perform all tasks related to advanced real estate closing of vacation ownership involving deeded property, right to use, and financed sales. Ensure an efficient flow of the processing of contracts, entity and other typical contracts and loans from the time the initial contract package is received through review, closing document preparation, closing, loan origination and final recordation. Ensure that signed contract paperwork is accurate and contains all necessary information and documentation. Determine the validity of contract and closing documents in accordance with established guidelines. Conduct reviews of documents such as Trust Agreements and corporate documents to determine the individual authorities, provisions, and requirements outlined to purchase and/or encumber real estate. Perform general office duties (e.g., filing, sending emails, typing, faxing, and copying).

Follow all company safety and security policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager. Follow all company policies and procedures; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Anticipate and address owners' service needs. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards; identify, recommend, develop, and implement new ways to increase organizational efficiency, productivity, quality, safety, and/or cost-savings. Enter and locate work-related information using computers. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested.

Critical Tasks

• Review documents such as Trust Agreements and corporate documents to determine the individual authorities, provisions, and requirements outlined to purchase and/or encumber real estate.
• Review and audit executed real estate documentation (inclusive of cash and financed) for correctness and acceptability prior to closing.
• Verify the accuracy of all new owner information.
• Respond to internal and external requests for information regarding closing disbursement, issuance of checks, preparation of affidavits to Escrow Agent to release funds, and preparing and distributing reports to appropriate parties.
• Determine validity of contract and closing documents in accordance within established guidelines.

Office Equipment

• Transmit information or documents using mail, scanner, or facsimile machine.
• Operate standard office equipment other than computers such as telephone, typewriter, scanner, fax, photocopier, calculator, and electronic peripherals.
• Keep office equipment in working order and contact service representatives to correct problems with office equipment, including following-up so that problem is corrected.
• Maintain office areas (e.g., cubicles, storerooms, conference rooms, etc.), including calling housekeeping and maintenance when needed.

Computers/Software

• Use computer systems and software packages to input, access, modify, store, or output information
• Enter and retrieve data from computer systems using a keyboard, mouse or trackball.
• Prepare letters, memos, and other documents using word processing, spreadsheet, database, or presentation software.

Communication

• Monitor and respond to inbound customer and client communications via email, voicemail, etc. in a timely manner. Speak to customers and co-workers using clear, appropriate and professional language.
• Prepare and review written documents (e.g., daily logs, business letters, memoranda, reports), including proofreading and editing written information to maintain accuracy and completeness.
• Talk with and listen to other employees to effectively exchange information.

Working with Others

• Support all co-workers and treat them with dignity and respect.
• Handle sensitive issues with employees and/or guests with tact, respect, diplomacy, and confidentiality.
• Partner with and assist others to promote an environment of teamwork and achieve common goals.

Physical Tasks

• Enter and locate work-related information using computers.
• Read and visually verify information in a variety of formats (e.g., small print).
• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance.

Policies and Procedures

• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary materials and information.
• Protect the privacy and security of customers and coworkers.
• Follow company and department policies and procedures.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested.

Critical Competencies

• Personal Attributes: Integrity, Dependability, Positive Demeanor, Presentation, Initiative, Stress Tolerance, Adaptability/Flexibility
• Interpersonal Skills: Teamwork, Customer Service Orientation, Diversity Relations
• Communications: Telephone Etiquette Skills, English Language Proficiency, Communication, Writing, Listening, Applied Reading
• Organization: Detail Orientation, Multi-Tasking, Time Management, Planning and Organizing
• Analytical Skills: Computer Skills, Learning
• General Administration: Typing, Filing
• Computer Software: Microsoft Office

Candidate Profile

Education: High school diploma/G.E.D. equivalent

Related Work Experience: 1 year of related experience

Hyatt Vacation Ownership is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture.