Senior Title Counsel & Underwriting Strategist

ForFutures Financial, Planning, a financial advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services LLC; Midlothian (VA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401k with company match

PTO and sick leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

First American is seeking an experienced title underwriter in Virginia to provide underwriting support for title insurance commitments and policies. The role requires a law degree, active admission to practice, and 8–10 years of underwriting experience, with strong knowledge of real estate law and settlement services.

The position emphasizes collaborative decision-making, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex guidance clearly to agents, customers, and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Law degree required and active admission to practice in state of employment.
• 8–10 years of title underwriting experience.
• Strong knowledge of real estate law and settlement processes.
• Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships and make sound decisions in complex issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide underwriting guidance and authorization for real estate title insurance commitments and policies.
• Apply underwriting standards and guidelines within delegated authority.
• Advise on real estate settlement services and related processes.
• Communicate underwriting information to team and stakeholders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Underwriting expertise

Communication skills

Decisive collaboration

Detail oriented

Risk assessment

Education

Law Degree

Job description

First American is seeking an experienced title underwriter in Virginia to provide underwriting support for title insurance commitments and policies. The role requires a law degree, active admission to practice, and 8–10 years of underwriting experience, with strong knowledge of real estate law and settlement services.

The position emphasizes collaborative decision-making, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex guidance clearly to agents, customers, and internal teams.