Commercial Underwriter (Hybrid)

About Us

Join a team that puts its People First! As a member of First American's family of companies, National Commercial Services provides single-point service for simple to multi-property/multi-state national commercial real estate transactions. Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. We are passionate about what we do, and equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for eleven consecutive years.

About the Role

Enable you to apply your passion for law and risk analysis to real estate transactions. If you excel in collaborating with others to assess possibilities and discover solutions, it may be time to combine your analytical rigor with a premier brand in the commercial real estate space. This position plays a key role in transforming commercial real estate experience by empowering our employees and customers to deliver next-generation solutions and results.

Responsibilities

• Provide underwriting support, counsel, and authorization to company personnel and customers related to the issuance of real estate title insurance commitments and policies
• Utilize underwriting standards and guidelines within delegated authority limits to underwrite the issuance of title insurance
• Provide guidance to company personnel in the performance of real estate settlement services
• Issue underwriting standards and guidelines in accordance with established company processes

Requirements

• 5-7 years title underwriting experience, commercial experience preferred
• Must be familiar with real estate law
• Knowledge of Maryland title practices and recording requirements is preferred
• Strong understanding of fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of real estate title and settlement process
• High School Diploma required; bachelor’s degree preferred

Skills

• Strong analytical rigor and business acumen
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to provide alternative solutions or convey unpopular information with tact
• Ability to collaborate and act decisively; build relationships internally and externally
• Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and timely follow up
• Abstract thinking and creative solutions

Pay

Pay Range: $97,700.00 - $130,300.00 Annually

Benefits

By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, support it, and thrive on it! Our People First culture is inclusive for all employees. Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision
• 401k
• PTO/paid sick leave
• Employee stock purchase plan