Law Clerk / Underwriter – Residential Title Services

Chicago Title Canada; Canada; Remote; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry leader in title insurance is seeking a dedicated professional to join their team. This role focuses on reviewing title opinions and ensuring exceptional customer service for clients in the residential real estate sector. With over 70 years of experience, the company prioritizes client success and offers a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have a Law Clerk designation and extensive experience in the field, showcasing strong communication and organizational skills. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and client satisfaction, and take your career to the next level.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation Package

Comprehensive Group Benefits Plan (Health and Dental)

Qualifications

• 5+ years of residential real estate experience in law or title insurance.
• Law Clerk designation required with strong customer service focus.

Responsibilities

• Review title opinions and apply underwriting principles for insurance.
• Maintain client relations and provide quality customer service.

Skills

Residential Real Estate Experience

Customer Service Focus

Strong Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Organizational Skills

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Knowledge of Legal Terminology

French Language Skills

Education

Law Clerk Designation

Community College Degree

Tools

Teraview

Conveyancing Platforms

Microsoft Office

Job description

For over 70 years, Chicago Title has proudly provided security for Canada’s real estate transactions. We understand the true value of our insureds’ properties, they represent more than just numbers on a statement. When it comes to our clients’ peace of mind, no detail is too small to overlook. From offering better value than anywhere else, and unmatched customer care, we will safeguard the real estate industry, one property at a time.

Owned by Fidelity National Financial, North America’s largest title insurer, we are an industry leader in title insurance solutions, customer service, and real estate technology. Our focused, Canadian-based organization lets us respond quickly to our clients’ needs. We’re not just in the title insurance business, we’re in the client success business.

We put the customer first, listening carefully to hear your unique needs and provide creative solutions. We strive for results, providing world-class products and services while continually innovating to improve what we offer. We never rest, nurturing our workforce to be the top tier in the industry, letting our client experience the peace of mind they deserve.

Primary Responsibilities

• Review and interpret title opinions, off title searches and / or supporting documentation while applying underwriting principles and guidelines to underwrite and process requests for Residential Title Insurance.
• Provide information to clients with regards to title insurance, coverage, and underwriting guidelines.
• Maintain new and existing client relations, while providing quality customer service, including interacting with clients, answering client inquiries, and effectively handling client concerns.
• Other duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications

• Law Clerk designation from a community college.
• Minimum 5 years’ residential real estate experience in a law firm and / or title insurance environment.
• Through knowledge and understanding of residential real estate practices, from start to finish, while understanding title issues and their resolution.
• Solid understanding and interpretation of current legal terminology.
• Highly professional with a customer service focus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to pay attention to detail while managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Must work well under pressure with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong computer skills including thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office, Teraview, Conveyancing platforms.
• French is an asset.
• Ability to work 12 – 8 pm shift.
• Competitive Compensation Package
• Comprehensive Group Benefits Plan (Health and Dental)