Michigan Senior Commercial Title Examiner (remote)

About the role

Join a team that puts its People First! First American's Direct division provides comprehensive title insurance protection and professional settlement services for real estate purchases, refinances and equity loans. Since 1889, First American has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are 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. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all.

Responsibilities

• Perform title examinations and examine the chain of title for a wide range of commercial title matters/issues
• Analyze records, such as mortgages, liens, judgments, easements, vital statistics, and plat and map books, to determine ownership and legal restrictions and to verify legal description of property and completeness of records
• Resolves most issues, such as missing information, incomplete, inaccurate, or contradictory information contained in the title documentation
• Review title commitments for accuracy and make necessary revisions
• May provide underwriting interpretation within established guidelines
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 7 + years Commercial title examination experience, previous MI experience required
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and provide timely follow up
• Excellent verbal and written communication with internal and external customers
• Natural curiosity, enjoys researching the history and background of transactions, analyzing, and evaluating records
• High School diploma or equivalent

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of state-specific law (e.g., Michigan statutes and recording practices)
• Extensive experience with complex commercial chains of title
• Comfortable resolving curative issues, old defects, and legal descriptions
• Experience working directly with Underwriters and Attorneys
• Mentoring or reviewing the work of other examiners

Skills

• Good communication skills

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan

Pay

$30.91 - $41.20 Hourly, Remote