Remote Commercial Title Examiner — New York

First American Financial Corporation; New York (NY); Remote; USD 37,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

First American, a leader in title and escrow services, seeks a Commercial Title Examiner for New York with remote work options. You will manage multi-property transactions, verify ownership, and resolve title issues, collaborating closely with underwriters and clients.

This role emphasizes accuracy, research rigor, and timely reporting. Applicants should have 3+ years in NY commercial title insurance, strong legal terminology knowledge, and proficiency with MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, and data

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of directly related commercial title insurance experience in New York.
• Understand relevant legal and real estate terminology.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat/Pro, internet, property data platforms and 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Title insurance experience

Legal terminology

Data analysis

Communication

Organization

Customer service mindset

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat/Pro

Internet

Property data platforms

Job description

First American, a leader in title and escrow services, seeks a Commercial Title Examiner for New York with remote work options. You will manage multi-property transactions, verify ownership, and resolve title issues, collaborating closely with underwriters and clients.

This role emphasizes accuracy, research rigor, and timely reporting. Applicants should have 3+ years in NY commercial title insurance, strong legal terminology knowledge, and proficiency with MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, and data