Remote-Eligible Senior Commercial Underwriting Counsel

First American; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

First American’s National Commercial Services in Tampa is seeking a Commercial Underwriting Counsel to provide underwriting support, counsel, and authorization related to the issuance of title insurance commitments and policies. You will apply underwriting standards within delegated authority, guide settlement services, and collaborate across teams to deliver accurate, timely results.

A Juris Doctor and active license in the employment state are required, with 5–7 years of commercial title

Qualifications

• Law degree required and active bar license in the state of employment.
• 5–7 years of underwriting title insurance or comparable experience in a law firm setting.
• Strong knowledge of real estate law and title/settlement processes.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation and business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Provide underwriting support, counsel, and authorization related to title insurance commitments and policies.
• Apply underwriting standards within delegated authority limits.
• Guide personnel on real estate settlement services and escrow processes.
• Communicate underwriting and settlement information to team; support colleagues.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure accurate outcomes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Underwriting knowledge

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Communication

Real estate law

Education

Law degree

Job description

First American’s National Commercial Services in Tampa is seeking a Commercial Underwriting Counsel to provide underwriting support, counsel, and authorization related to the issuance of title insurance commitments and policies. You will apply underwriting standards within delegated authority, guide settlement services, and collaborate across teams to deliver accurate, timely results.

A Juris Doctor and active license in the employment state are required, with 5–7 years of commercial title