Senior Commercial Title Examiner

About the role

AmTrust Financial Services, Inc., a growing commercial insurance holding company, has an immediate need for a Sr. Commercial Title Examiner to work in our Houston, Austin, or Dallas location.

Responsibilities

• Abstract and analyze chain of title from Patent to present.
• Perform online searches from title plants, online search systems as well as county sites.
• Perform title examination to determine ownership, restrictions, encumbrances as well as deed plot to ensure property closure.
• Abstract and examine residential, acreage, builder, commercial and energy properties.
• Identify, report and resolve title gaps or issues.
• Prepare title reports, commitments and proformas based on procedural guidelines.
• Work with underwriter to ensure working within underwriting and company guidelines.
• Train and mentor subordinate staff as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience as a Texas Commercial Title Examiner or 1-3 years’ experience as a Commercial Energy Title Examiner.
• National experience desired but not required.
• Must be proficient in abstracting and examining complex properties.
• Detail oriented, strong problem solving and critical thinking skills, able to multi‑task, able to work independently, balance multiple projects while still reaching deadline goals.
• ResWare, Qualia, Title Data and Integrity Title software usage desired but not required.
• Required to be able to abstract back to Patent, examine, create title commitments and hyperlink.
• Able to do proformas a plus but not required.
• Strong communication and analytical review skills required both verbal and written.
• Ability to work remote, hybrid or in‑house if needed.
• Ability to work overtime to hit deadlines as needed.
• Must be able to obtain state license(s) if required.

Benefits

• Medical & Dental Plans
• Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children
• Health Care Flexible Spending
• Dependent Care
• 401k Savings Plans
• Paid Time Off