Sr. Title Agent

Refined Land Services; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Refined Land Services seeks a Sr. Title Agent to perform comprehensive title research, verify chain of title, and identify encumbrances for ROW and land acquisition projects. The role blends in-courthouse work with flexible work-from-home days in a hybrid setup.

You will coordinate closings, prepare title commitments, and collaborate with escrow teams, internal departments, and landowners to ensure accurate, timely transactions. Strong detail-orientation and multitasking are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to perform comprehensive title research and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive title research, including examining public records and chain of title.
• Coordinate and support closings, review title commitments, and collaborate with escrow personnel.
• Communicate clearly with clients and landowners about title issues.
• Support project managers with status updates and reports.
• Resolve title defects and maintain thorough documentation across files.
• Manage multiple assignments and deadlines across diverse projects.

Skills

Title research

KMZ analysis

Chain of title analysis

Client communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Real estate familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Real estate, land management, or legal studies coursework

Tools

Title software

Escrow software

Document management

Job description

Company Description Refined Land Services specializes in right-of-way (ROW) management and land acquisition solutions for energy, pipeline, infrastructure, and electrical projects. The company focuses on delivering high-value, cost-effective services that help clients complete projects on time and within budget. Refined Land Services is known for its ability to mobilize quickly, leverage proven resources, and address complex land challenges with creative, practical solutions. With many years of experience in identifying and overcoming ROW hurdles, the company supports both small and large projects. Team members work in a fast-paced, solution-oriented environment with a strong emphasis on client service and project persistence.

Role Description The Sr. Title Agent is a full-time, hybrid role, with a mix of in-courthouse and work-from-home flexibility. This role is responsible for performing comprehensive title research, including examining public records, verifying chain of title, and identifying encumbrances or issues that may affect land acquisition and ROW projects. The Sr. Title Agent will coordinate and support closings, prepare and review title commitments, and collaborate with escrow personnel, internal teams, and external stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely transactions. Daily responsibilities include resolving title defects, communicating clearly with clients and landowners, maintaining detailed documentation, and supporting project managers with title-related status updates and reports. The role requires strong judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines across various projects.

• Proficiency in title research, KMZ analysis and examination, including Title Searches and Chain of Title analysis.
• Experience supporting or managing real estate Closings and working knowledge of Escrow processes and documentation.
• Strong Customer Service skills, with the ability to communicate complex title issues clearly to internal and external stakeholders.
• Solid understanding of right-of-way, land acquisition, or related real estate practices, preferably within energy, pipeline, or infrastructure projects.
• Ability to interpret legal descriptions, surveys, deeds, easements, and related land documents with high accuracy.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, with experience handling multiple files and deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficient with common title, land, and document management software, as well as standard office productivity tools.
• Several years of experience in title examination or as a Title Agent; prior senior-level or ROW-related experience is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education, certifications, or relevant coursework in real estate, land management, or legal studies is a plus.