Title Clearance Officer and Underwriting Counsel

Client has been a trusted leader in the title insurance industry, providing legal expertise and exceptional service on commercial and residential real estate transactions. Headquartered in New York and directly licensed in over 35 states, we are a leading agent for each of the major title insurance underwriters. Our success is built on our people. We foster a collaborative, team-oriented environment where experienced attorneys, title professionals, and client service specialists work together to solve complex title challenges and deliver outstanding results for our clients. Many of our employees have built long-term careers reflecting our commitment to professional development, cross-functional learning, and a supportive workplace culture.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced National Title Officer & Underwriting Counsel to join our growing commercial title team. In this role, you will review, analyze, and clear title for complex commercial real estate transactions across multiple jurisdictions while working closely with attorneys, lenders, developers, underwriters, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful closings. The ideal candidate is an experienced title professional with strong analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to navigate sophisticated title issues across a variety of transaction types. A law degree is welcome but not required.

Responsibilities

• Review title searches, commitments, surveys, and related documents for commercial real estate transactions nationwide
• Analyze title reports and identify defects, encumbrances, liens, easements, and other title issues requiring resolution
• Coordinate title clearance efforts with attorneys, lenders, developers, surveyors, underwriters, and other transaction participants
• Prepare and review title commitments, endorsements, and clearance requirements
• Evaluate underwriting risk and recommend practical solutions for complex title matters
• Collaborate with national title underwriters to facilitate timely and accurate closings
• Manage multiple commercial transactions simultaneously while ensuring deadlines and service expectations are met
• Provide exceptional customer service by communicating proactively with clients and internal partners throughout the transaction process
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with company underwriting guidelines and industry best practices
• Assist in special projects and other responsibilities as needed

Requirements

• 5+ years of commercial title experience, preferably involving multi-state or national transactions
• Strong understanding of commercial title insurance principles and title clearance processes
• Experience reviewing title commitments, surveys, and related real estate documents
• Ability to independently analyze and resolve complex title issues
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a client-focused approach
• Ability to prioritize multiple transactions in a fast-paced environment
• Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent education preferred but not required
• Existing relationships with commercial real estate attorneys, lenders, or underwriters are a plus

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person (New York, NY)