The Assistant Vice President of Servicing - Escrow will oversee and manage the escrow administration functions within the mortgage servicing department. This role requires a detail-oriented leader with extensive industry knowledge and a proven track record in managing escrow operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a customer-centric approach, and the ability to drive operational efficiency and compliance.

This position requires 100% on-site attendance at our headquarters in Pontiac, MI.

 

• Lead and manage the Escrow Servicing team, ensuring high performance and adherence to company and regulatory standards.
• Develop and implement strategies to effectively manage escrow operations, including tax and insurance payments, escrow analysis, account management, and disbursements.
• Oversee the development and execution of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including RESPA and other relevant laws.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, accounting, compliance, and customer service, to ensure seamless escrow servicing operations.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators, reporting on the performance of escrow activities and identifying areas for improvement.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, accuracy, and overall portfolio performance.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for escalated issues related to escrow servicing, providing expert guidance and resolution.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices to ensure the company remains at the forefront of the mortgage servicing industry.
• Foster a culture of excellence, teamwork, and continuous learning within the Escrow Servicing team.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field. MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in mortgage servicing, with at least 3 years in a leadership role managing escrow services.
• In-depth knowledge of mortgage servicing regulations and escrow management practices.
• Proven track record in managing and optimizing escrow operations, including tax and insurance payments, escrow analysis, and disbursements.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret and act upon complex data and metrics.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with a demonstrated ability to inspire and develop high-performing teams.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to navigate challenging and ambiguous situations.
• Proficiency in mortgage servicing software and technology platforms.

Ready to join thousands of talented team members who are making the dream of home ownership possible for more Americans? It’s all happening on UWM’s campus, where our award-winning workplace packs plenty of perks and amenities that keep the atmosphere buzzing with energy and excitement.

 

It’s no wonder that out of our six pillars, People Are Our Greatest Asset is number one. It’s at the very heart of how we treat each other, our clients and our community. Whether it’s providing elite client service or continuously striving to improve, our pillars provide a pathway to a more successful personal and professional life.

 

From the team member that holds a door open to the one that helps guide your career, you’ll feel the encouragement and support on day one. No matter your race, creed, gender, age, sexual orientation and ethnicity, you’ll be welcomed here. Accepted here. And empowered to Be You Here.

 

More reasons you’ll love working here include:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) after just 30 days
• Additional parental and maternity leave benefits after 12 months
• Adoption reimbursement program
• Paid volunteer hours
• Paid training and career development
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Mortgage discount and area business discounts
• Free membership to our large, state-of-the-art fitness center, including exercise classes such as yoga and Zumba, various sports leagues and a full-size basketball court
• Wellness area, including an in-house primary-care physician’s office, full-time massage therapist and hair salon 
• Gourmet cafeteria featuring homemade breakfast and lunch
• Convenience store featuring healthy grab-and-go snacks
• In-house Starbucks and Great Lakes Coffee Roasting Company
• Indoor/outdoor café with Wi-Fi

All the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation and change. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Team members may be required to perform other or different job-related duties as requested by their team lead, subject to reasonable accommodation. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Employment with UWM is "at-will." UWM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By selecting “Apply for this job online” you provide consent to UWM to record phone call conversations between you and UWM to be used for quality control purposes.