Senior Underwriting Counsel (Hybrid)

First American; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 148,600 - 198,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k plan

Paid time off and sick leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

A national title insurance firm in Stamford is seeking a qualified individual for a role focused on providing underwriting support for real estate title insurance. The ideal candidate should possess a law degree, be admitted to practice in their state, and have 8-10 years of title underwriting experience. Responsibilities include guiding agents and company personnel in real estate transactions, adhering to company underwriting standards. This position offers a salary range of $148,600 - $198,200 annually along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of title underwriting experience required.
• Familiarity with real estate law is mandatory.
• Must be admitted to practice in the state of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide underwriting support related to real estate title insurance.
• Guide company personnel in real estate settlement services.
• Issue underwriting standards in accordance with company processes.

Skills

Detail oriented

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Ability to collaborate

Strong organizational skills

Education

Law Degree

Licensed to practice law

Job description

Who We Are

First American's Agency Division is dedicated to providing our policy-issuing agents with resources, services and underwriting guidance needed to achieve new levels of success. Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list for ten consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all.

What We Do

Provides underwriting support and expertise to company personnel, agents, and customers, related to the issuance of real estate title insurance commitments and policies. Utilizes underwriting standards and guidelines within delegated authority limits to underwrite the issuance of title insurance and provide guidance in the performance of real estate settlement services.

What You’ll Do:

• Provides underwriting support, counsel, and authorization to company personnel, agents, and customers, related to the issuance of real estate title insurance commitments and policies.
• Utilizes underwriting standards and guidelines within delegated authority limits to underwrite the issuance of title insurance.
• Provides guidance to company personnel in the performance of real estate settlement services.
• Issues underwriting standards and guidelines in accordance with established company processes.
• Responsible for communicating information related to underwriting and real estate settlement services to the team.
• Other duties as assigned

What You’ll Bring:

• Law Degree required.
• Admitted to practice in state of employment.
• Licensed to practice law, in good standing.
• 8-10 years title underwriting experience.
• Must be familiar with real estate law.
• Excellent understanding of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of real estate title and settlement process.
• Knowledge of Federal and State regulations related to real estate title insurance and settlement services.
• Understanding of underwriting real estate transactions for the issuance of title insurance policies.
• Ability to collaborate and act decisively.
• Detail oriented.
• Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, able to multi-task, prioritize, and follow up in a timely manner.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Requires abstract thinking and creative solutions.
• Ability to “think outside the box” and make unique yet sound decisions to resolve complex issues.
• Ability to build relationships and create rapport.

Pay Range: $148,600.00 - $198,200.00 Annually

This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.

What We Offer:

By choice, we don't simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it's the right thing to do, but also because it's the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace for all. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term. Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.