Senior Commercial Underwriter – Real Estate & Escrow

Fidelity National Financial; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 115,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Fidelity National Financial seeks a Commercial Underwriter in Washington, DC, to manage title underwriting and escrow for diverse national commercial transactions. You will assess title risk, resolve issues, and coordinate closings with law firms, REITs, lenders, and developers.

The role requires strong communication, risk judgment, and Excel skills, with local support for settlements and closing activities. JD and active license preferred. On-site in DC region.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of commercial title insurance, underwriting principles, and escrow and closing processes.
• Ability to identify, analyze, and clearly explain complex commercial real estate transaction issues.
• Sound judgment in evaluating risk, making underwriting decisions, and recommending practical alternatives.
• Ability to review title commitments, surveys, closing documents, and related transaction materials.
• Familiarity with real estate transfer and recordation tax considerations in DC, Maryland, and Virginia.
• Strong customer service, communication, and relationship management skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple transactions and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the ability to prepare and review accurate settlement statements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and other parties throughout commercial real estate transactions, providing responsive service and clear communication.
• Evaluate title insurability, identify potential risks, and recommend solutions that meet client needs while protecting the company’s interests.
• Review and resolve title objections, survey matters, and title clearance requirements.
• Draft and negotiate title policy exceptions, endorsements, title affidavits, and escrow agreements.
• Evaluate requests for high-risk coverage and prepare or approve coverage within delegated underwriting authority, applicable state regulations, and company guidelines.
• Prepare and review settlement statements, including using Microsoft Excel, and coordinate accurate disbursements in accordance with final settlement statements.
• Review closing packages, prepare documents for recording, and provide in-person closing assistance as needed.
• Coordinate escrow-related post-closing activities and resolve outstanding issues.
• Apply knowledge of real estate transfer and recordation tax requirements in DC, MD, and VA.
• Provide local underwriting and closing support to Special Commercial Counsel and collaborate with team members to ensure transaction continuity and timely completion.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships that encourage repeat business.
• Represent Washington, DC NCS at industry organizations, client events, and professional functions to strengthen relationships and support business development.

Skills

Title underwriting

Escrow & closing

Excel

Client relationship management

Risk assessment

Multitasking

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Active law license

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Fidelity National Financial seeks a Commercial Underwriter in Washington, DC, to manage title underwriting and escrow for diverse national commercial transactions. You will assess title risk, resolve issues, and coordinate closings with law firms, REITs, lenders, and developers.

The role requires strong communication, risk judgment, and Excel skills, with local support for settlements and closing activities. JD and active license preferred. On-site in DC region.