Property Records Research Specialist

Fidelity National Financial; Astoria (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fidelity National Financial (FNF) in Winston-Salem, NC is seeking a Title Insurance Underwriter to review title commitments and related documents to determine insurability of residential real estate transactions. This is a full-time, on-site role.

The position requires strong analytical skills, underwriting experience in title insurance, attention to detail, and the ability to work with attorneys, lenders, and internal teams to resolve issues and ensure regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Review property records and identify title issues; make risk-based decisions.
• Experience with title insurance underwriting in residential and commercial transactions.
• Strong communication with attorneys, lenders, and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Analyze property records and resolve title defects.
• Interpret underwriting guidelines and issue commitments and policies.
• Collaborate with attorneys and internal teams to address underwriting issues.
• Maintain compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Support process improvements and customer service excellence.

Skills

Analytical skills

Underwriting knowledge

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Title/Escrow software

Job description

FNF is the leading provider of title insurance and settlement services to the real estate and mortgage industries. FNF’s various mortgage and real estate services companies provide services that complement our title insurance business. From a full-service qualified intermediary, home warranties, UCC insurance, relocation services, and notary services, we provide essential services to fulfill the needs of a changing real estate industry. FNF believes the power of technology can elevate the real estate transaction. From investments in title and escrow software to industry-leading real estate partner solutions, we take our commitment to provide real estate professionals and consumers with a truly reimagined, transparent, connected, and trusted real estate experience to heart.

POSITION OVERVIEW

This is a 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

This position is onsite based in Winston-Salem, NC.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsibilities include analyzing property records, resolving title defects, interpreting underwriting guidelines, and issuing title insurance commitments and policies within delegated authority. The role involves collaborating with attorneys, and internal teams to address underwriting issues and provide clear guidance. The Underwriter will 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 the 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

FNF, its affiliates, and subsidiaries carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, specialty, experience, and work location. The base salary (exempt) or hourly rate (non-exempt) is just one component of the total rewards package offered to our employees, including potential bonus or commission eligibility, insurance (medical/dental/vision/life/disability), 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.