Commercial Underwriting Counsel

About Us

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 our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for eleven consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity, and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists.

About the Role

Provides underwriting support and expertise to company personnel, agents, and customers related to the issuance of real estate title insurance commitments and policies. Utilizes underwriting standards and guidelines within delegated authority limits to underwrite the issuance of title insurance and provide guidance in the performance of real estate settlement services.

Responsibilities

• Provides underwriting support, counsel, and authorization to company personnel, agents, and customers related to the issuance of real estate title insurance commitments and policies.
• 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 real estate settlement services.
• Issues underwriting standards and guidelines in accordance with established company processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Law Degree required.
• Admitted to practice in state of employment.
• Licensed to practice law, in good standing.
• 5-7 years title underwriting experience.
• Must be familiar with real estate law.

Skills

• Strong understanding of fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of real estate title and settlement process.
• General knowledge of Federal and State regulations related to real estate title insurance and settlement services.
• General understanding of underwriting real estate transactions for the issuance of title insurance policies.
• Ability to collaborate and act decisively.
• Detail oriented.
• Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Good organizational skills, able to multi-task, prioritize, and follow up in a timely manner.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Requires abstract thinking and creative solutions.

Pay

Pay Range: $97,700.00 - $130,300.00 Annually. This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements, and geographic location.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision.
• 401k.
• PTO/paid sick leave.
• Employee stock purchase plan.