Commercial Underwriting Counsel – Hybrid Orlando or Remote jobs in United States
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First American · 2 months ago

Commercial Underwriting Counsel – Hybrid Orlando or Remote

First American is a leading provider in the title insurance industry, committed to a People First culture that fosters inclusivity and innovation. As a Commercial Underwriting Counsel, you will provide underwriting support and guidance related to title insurance commitments and policies, while collaborating with colleagues to enhance the real estate experience.

Financial ServicesInsuranceProperty InsuranceReal EstateReal Estate Investment

Responsibilities

Provide underwriting support, counsel, and authorization to company personnel and customers, related to the issuance of title insurance commitments and policies
Apply underwriting standards and guidelines within delegated authority limits
Guide company personnel on the performance of real estate settlement services
Utilizes underwriting standards and guidelines within delegated authority limits, to underwrite the issuance of title insurance
Provides guidance to company personnel in the performance of escrow real estate settlement services
Issues underwriting standards and guidelines in accordance with established company processes
Responsible for communicating information related to underwriting and real estate settlement services to team
Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Law DegreeLicensed to practice lawTitle insurance underwritingReal estate law knowledgeAnalytical skillsBusiness acumenNegotiation skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Law Degree required
Actively licensed to practice law, in good standing in the state of employment
5 to 7 years of experience underwriting title insurance, or comparable experience in a law firm setting, with commercial experience preferred
Strong knowledge of real estate law, including federal and state regulations
Solid understanding of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of real estate title and settlement process
Strong analytical, negotiation and business acumen
Ability to provide alternative solutions or convey unpopular information with tact
Proven ability to collaborate, act decisively, and build relationships internally and externally
Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills
Ability to collaborate and act decisively; build relationships internally and externally
Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize and timely follow up
Creative thinker with strong problem-solving skills

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
401k
PTO/paid sick leave
Employee stock purchase plan

Company

First American

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First American provides financial services through its Title Insurance and Services segment and its Specialty Insurance segment.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$450M
2024-09-23Post Ipo Debt· $450M
2010-06-01IPO

Leadership Team

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Kenneth D. DeGiorgio
Chief Executive Officer
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Jody Mulkey
Chief Technology Officer
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