Commercial Title Examiner - New York (Remote)

95-2566122 First American Title Insurance Co; New York; Remote; USD 37,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock purchase plan

401k

PTO / paid sick leave

Job summary

First American Financial Corporation is seeking a Commercial Title Examiner in New York with at least 3 years of NY-based commercial title experience. You will analyze public records, verify ownership, and identify title issues while supporting underwriters and clients in a remote-capable role.

Responsibilities include resolving discrepancies, preparing title commitments, and collaborating with internal teams to ensure accurate and efficient title production.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial title insurance and title searching in NY.
• Knowledge of relevant real estate terminology and laws.
• Proficient with MS Office and PDF tools for document review.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organization and ability to work in fast-paced, paperless environments.
• Clear, professional communication with clients and underwriters.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial real estate transactions from single to multi-property closings.
• Search and connect data across counties and jurisdictions.
• Verify legal property descriptions and interpret plots.
• Review leases, deeds, liens, and easements for title issues.
• Prepare title commitments and reports with precision.
• Resolve discrepancies through careful research and documentation.
• Collaborate with underwriters and internal partners to ensure accuracy.

Skills

Commercial title insurance

Legal terminology

Analytical thinking

Customer service mindset

Communication

High attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat/Pro

Property data platforms

Internet browsers

Job description

Who We Are

Join a team that puts its People First! First American's GO Title division provides global title and escrow production support across all channels within First American Title including the Mortgage Services, Commercial, Direct, and Agency divisions. Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) 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. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.

What We Do

As a Commercial Title Examiner at First American, you'll play a vital role in ensuring that large-scale real estate transactions, from office buildings to multi-property portfolios, close smoothly and securely. You'll analyze public records, verify ownership, and identify potential title issues while collaborating with underwriters and clients. We'll give you the tools, training, and support to thrive.

What You'll Do

• Manage a variety of projects that range in complexity from single to multi-property commercial transactions where every detail matters.
• Search, examine and connect data across counties and jurisdictions.
• Verify legal property descriptions, including reading, interpreting, and plotting.
• Review and analyze public records such as leases, subleases, deeds, liens, and easements to determine ownership and any title-related restrictions.
• Summarize findings and prepare title commitments and reports with precision and clarity.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies or missing information through careful research and documentation.
• Collaborate with underwriters and internal partners to ensure accuracy and efficiency in the title process.

What You'll Bring

• At least 3 years of directly related commercial title insurance experience in title searching, examining, and writing commitments in the state of New York.
• Understand relevant legal and real estate terminology.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat/Pro, internet, property data platforms and the ability to learn company systems.
• Excel at analyzing complex information and solving problems independently.
• Highly organized and thrive in a fast-paced, detail-driven, and paperless environment.
• Clear and professional communication with a customer service mindset.
• A high school diploma or equivalent.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $26.88 - $35.82 Hourly, Remote

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.

What We Offer

By choice, we don't simply accept individuality - we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First culture is inclusive for all employees - not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it's the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work.

First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.

Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.

Our people are the foundation of First American's success and that is the reason we put them first. This philosophy has cultivated a culture of happy employees who are highly engaged, passionate about their work and leave each day feeling they have made a difference.

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