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HDR · 5 days ago

Right of Way Title and Closing Agent

Jackson, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

HDR is a company that values employee engagement and inclusion, aiming to make a positive impact on the world. The Right of Way Title and Closing Agent will be responsible for performing legal description interpretations, reviewing title defects, preparing project reports, and maintaining records of title research activities.

ArchitectureConsulting

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Perform basic principles in reading, writing, retracing and interpreting legal descriptions, such as parent parcel; metes and bounds; and subdivision

Review and identify title defects and curative requirements; bringing these matters to the attention of Project Manager, RES Agent, client, title manager or underwriter, as appropriate

Preparation of project reports, and review of title document packages

Maintain accurate records of title research activities to ensure appropriate back-up information exists

Works closely with and at the direction of team members, including Project Managers, RES Title Agent 3 staff, RES Tech 3 staff and RES Agent 3 staff

Supports RES Title Agent 3 with development and participates in training junior staff by providing insight and instruction regarding task completion and procedure

Recognize when to escalate title issues to RES Agent and Project Manager

Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualification

Title research experienceReal estate document understandingRight of way knowledgeTennessee notary certificationProjectWise familiarityGIS familiarityMS Office proficiencyTraining junior staffCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTeam collaboration

Required

A minimum of 3 years experience with right of way, title, paralegal, real property law or mortgage lending

Must have ability to understand real estate documents such as appraisal, environmental, survey, deeds, easements, deeds of trust, mechanics liens, tax liens, judgments, court records, assessments, probates and other matters of record

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Solid organizational and planning skills

Specific industry regulatory knowledge a plus

Database, ProjectWise and GIS familiarity a plus

Proficient with MS Office Suite, Webex and Teams