Commercial Underwriting Manager - Hybrid (Tampa or Orlando)

First American; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 118,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

First American is seeking a Commercial Underwriting Manager to lead a team of Underwriters in providing underwriting support for title insurance commitments and policies. This hybrid role is based in Tampa or Orlando, FL, overseeing day-to-day operations and ensuring compliance with underwriting standards.

Ideal candidates will have a JD or equivalent, 5–7 years in the title industry, and 3–5 years of supervisory experience. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• JD preferred.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education.
• 5-7 years of directly related experience in the title industry.
• 3-5 years of supervisory or management experience preferred.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day activities of a team of Underwriters and related staff.
• Provide underwriting support for real estate title insurance commitments and policies.
• Apply underwriting standards within delegated authority to underwrite title insurance.
• Guide real estate settlement services and workflows.

Skills

Leadership

Underwriting knowledge

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Education

Juris Doctor

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Who We Are

Join a team that puts its People First! As a member of First American's family of companies, National Commercial Services provides single-point service for simple to multi-property/multi-state national commercial real estate transactions. 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

First American is seeking a Commercial Underwriting Manager to lead the day-to-day activities of a team of Underwriters while providing underwriting support and expertise related to the issuance of real estate title insurance commitments and policies. In this role, you'll help ensure the consistent application of underwriting standards and guidelines within delegated authority limits while providing guidance in the performance of real estate settlement services.

Location: Hybrid opportunity in Tampa or Orlando, FL.

What You'll Do

• Manage the day-to-day activities of a team of Underwriters and may also oversee title professionals and support personnel.
• Provide underwriting support and expertise to company personnel, agents, and customers related to the issuance of real estate title insurance commitments and policies.
• Utilize underwriting standards and guidelines within delegated authority limits to underwrite the issuance of title insurance.
• Provide guidance in the performance of real estate settlement services.

How You'll Contribute

• Manage and prioritize the daily operations of a large functional area or department.
• Lead a team of professionals, including skilled exempt and non-exempt employees, providing direct and indirect supervision to support operational and project outcomes.
• Contribute to project reviews and approve detailed project designs and cost estimates.
• Participate in long-range departmental planning and provide input on operational decisions, project plans, and scheduling requirements.
• Conduct performance reviews, provide ongoing coaching and feedback, and make hiring and compensation recommendations. May collaborate with Senior and Executive Management on these decisions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

• Juris Doctor preferred.
• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5-7 years of directly related experience in the title industry.
• 3-5 years of supervisory or management experience preferred.
• Demonstrated success designing, developing, and executing complex projects within a functional area of expertise.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with management across functional groups and business units.
• Strong influencing skills with the ability to gain buy-in and navigate sensitive situations while maintaining positive working relationships.
• Ability to communicate a clear vision, establish aligned goals, and create systems to measure results.
• Understanding of competitor, financial, and industry dynamics.
• Experience recruiting, developing, and retaining talent while fostering accountability, collaboration, and effective change management.
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service by managing expectations, soliciting feedback, and ensuring commitments are met.
• Strong communication, presentation, listening, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to collaborate with leaders to identify and implement solutions that support business effectiveness.

Pay Range: $117,500.00 - $156,700.00 Annually

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.