Counsel - NC

Title Resources Group; Fort Worth (TX); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Title Resources Group as an underwriting counsel, where you will provide expert guidance on real estate closings and title insurance. We're looking for a seasoned professional with a Juris Doctorate and 3-10 years of relevant experience, ready to contribute to our growth and relationship-building efforts in a flexible remote environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision benefits

401k plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• Licensed attorney in good standing in Michigan.
• 3-10 years of title insurance or real estate experience.
• Knowledge of title insurance rates, rules, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provides underwriting support, answers and guidance to customers.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with customers.
• Approves high liability orders within approved limits.

Skills

Effective communication

Proficiency in Outlook

Proficiency in Excel

Proficiency in PowerPoint

Knowledge of title databases

Education

Juris Doctorate Degree from an ABA-approved law school

Job description

About the Job : Dive into a dynamic career with Title Resources Group, one of the nation's most prominent and rapidly expanding title insurance underwriters. As we expand our team, we are eager to welcome seasoned professionals and those eager to advance their careers in our dynamic environment. Seize this fantastic chance to elevate your career and play a pivotal role in our organization! Do you possess skills that are ready to be put to new challenges? Are you looking for a role where you can truly make a difference? If so, we want to hear from you! Join our thriving team and contribute to our extensive multi-state market presence. Apply today and be part of our exciting growth journey!

Job Description : Title Resources is seeking an experienced underwriting counsel with real estate title underwriting experience. The ideal candidate will also have a transactional background with a strong customer focus. We are searching for a candidate with a strong work ethic, coupled with the ability to build deep relationships.

Job Responsibilities :

1. Provides underwriting support, answers and guidance to customers and internal departments on real estate closings and title insurance matters and determines the Company's willingness and ability to insure within the parameters of those transactions.
2. Establishes relationships with new customers and maintains and grows relationships with existing customers.
3. Assists independent and affiliated agent title and escrow officers on extraordinary issues, questions, and closing problems.
4. Supports Company efforts with assigned state regulators, rating agencies, bureaus, and licensing.
5. Approves high liability orders within maximum approved limits.
6. Provides independent and affiliated agent training.
7. Advises and meets with independent and affiliated agents regarding escrow and title closing issues.
8. Supports marketing efforts directed at attorneys, lenders, realtors, or buyer/seller clients.
9. Responds to claim problems, advises involved officers upon request of Claims Department.
10. Participates in marketing and education efforts, including developing presentations and writing Bulletins and articles.
11. Stays current on laws and procedures, sharing updates with staff.
12. Involvement in industry associations and related organizations.
13. Provides underwriting support in additional jurisdictions as a plus.
14. Responds to time-sensitive requests for closing guidance and mitigates risk.
15. Supports business development efforts.
16. Performs other duties as assigned by senior counsel.

Qualifications :

• A Juris Doctorate Degree from an ABA-approved law school.
• Licensed attorney in good standing in Michigan.
• 3-10 years of title insurance or real estate experience.
• Knowledge of title insurance rates, rules, and regulations across assigned states.
• Ability to review coverage requests and suggest appropriate language.
• Ability to issue underwriting guidelines and develop new customer relationships.
• This is a remote position with occasional travel required.

Experience / Training : Title insurance underwriting experience and background.

Knowledge : Real estate and title insurance law in assigned states.

Skills : Effective communication, proficiency in Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and title databases.

Who We Are : Title Resources Group values diversity and inclusivity, offering a flexible, remote work environment with comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO, tuition reimbursement, and more.