Property Records Research Specialist

02796 Chicago Title Company of Oregon; Astoria (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Chicago Title Company of Oregon in Winston-Salem, NC is seeking a Full-time, on-site Title Insurance Underwriter to review title commitments and related documents to determine insurability of residential real estate transactions.

The role emphasizes analyzing property records, resolving title defects, and applying underwriting guidelines while ensuring regulatory compliance and strong collaboration with attorneys and internal teams.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong analytical skills to review complex property records and assess risk.
• Knowledge of insurance concepts; direct experience in title insurance or related fields preferred.
• Underwriting experience in title insurance for residential/commercial transactions.
• Clear and professional communication with internal teams, customers, attorneys, lenders, and stakeholders.
• Experience in title, escrow, closing, or real estate law preferred.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple files with deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with common office software; ability to learn company-specific platforms.

Responsibilities

• Analyze property records.
• Resolve title defects.
• Interpret underwriting guidelines.
• Issue title insurance commitments and policies within delegated authority.
• Collaborate with attorneys and internal teams to address underwriting issues and provide guidance.
• Maintain compliance with company and regulatory standards and contribute to process improvement and customer service.

Skills

Analytical skills

Underwriting knowledge

Insurance concepts

Clear communication

Title/Escrow systems

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Office software

Title/Escrow systems

Job description

POSITION OVERVIEW

Full‑time, on‑site Title Insurance Underwriter role based in Winston‑Salem, NC. The Title Insurance Underwriter will review title commitments and related documents to determine insurability of residential real estate transactions.

LOCATION

Onsite in Winston‑Salem, NC.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyze property records.
• Resolve title defects.
• Interpret underwriting guidelines.
• Issue title insurance commitments and policies within delegated authority.
• Collaborate with attorneys and internal teams to address underwriting issues and provide clear guidance.
• Maintain compliance with company and regulatory standards and contribute to continuous process improvement and customer service excellence.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to review complex property records, identify title issues, and make sound risk‑based decisions.
• Knowledge of insurance concepts and practices, ideally with direct experience in title insurance or related property and casualty insurance fields.
• Underwriting experience, preferably in title insurance, with familiarity in applying underwriting guidelines to residential and commercial transactions.
• Clear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal, to work effectively with internal teams, customers, attorneys, lenders, and other stakeholders.
• Prior experience in title, escrow, closing, or real estate law is strongly preferred.
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple files and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency with common office software and title/escrow systems; ability to learn company‑specific platforms and tools.
• Commitment to ethical conduct, regulatory compliance, and inclusive, collaborative teamwork.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Compensation is based on education, training, specialty, experience, and location. The base salary (exempt) or hourly rate (non‑exempt) is one component of the total rewards package, which may include potential bonus or commission eligibility, medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, matching 401(k) plan, and matching employee stock purchase plan.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY POLICY

FNF, its affiliates and subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.