Sr. Title Examiner

C000 Old Republic National Title Insurance Company; Manassas (VA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Health savings account (HSA)

Job summary

Old Republic Title Division in Virginia is seeking a Senior Title Examiner to perform in-depth title examinations, identify defects, and prepare comprehensive reports. The role involves reviewing legal descriptions and documents, coordinating with escrow teams, and ensuring compliance with state guidelines and company policies.

The candidate should have at least 5 years of title examination experience, be based in Virginia for in-person work, and participate in remote searches as needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of reading legal descriptions used for real property.
• Ability to review complex legal documents and identify discrepancies.
• Ability to analyze problems and implement effective solutions.
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Strong analytical organizational skills and high accuracy in reviewing title documents.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities to meet deadlines.
• Experience guiding and motivating a team.
• Proficiency with real property databases and title examination processes.

Responsibilities

• Verify that property and tax information collected is complete and reported correctly.
• Verify that maps and documents for customer packages are prepared for each search.
• Confirm starter base is appropriate for run start date and all subsequent information is included in the search package.
• Review and interpret documents, maps, and instruments from title chains from various systems.
• Write preliminary reports and coverage-specific guarantees per title insurance practices and state guidelines.
• Provide document copies, research projects, and maps as requested by escrow and clients.
• Identify defects, restrictions, or encumbrances on titles and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with clients, attorneys, and stakeholders to resolve title issues.
• Ensure all title examination activities comply with regulations and company policy.

Skills

Reading legal descriptions

Reviewing complex legal documents

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Time management

Leadership abilities

Title examination software proficiency

Job description

EASTERN TITLE DIVISION Job Description:

The Senior Title Examiner is responsible for examining public records and legal documents to determine the legal status of property titles. They conduct thorough examinations of property titles to identify any defects, restrictions, or encumbrances. They ensure the accuracy and completeness of title documents and provide detailed reports on their findings.

Candidate must be located in Virginina to perform in person and remote searching with a minimum of 5 years of title examination.

Daily Responsibilities may include:

• Verify all property and tax information obtained is complete and correctly reported.
• Verify all necessary maps and additional documents for customer packages are made for each search.
• Confirm that starter base is appropriate for run start date, and all subsequent information is included in search package.
• Review and interpret all documents, maps and instruments contained in the chain of title obtained from various property information systems from patent or an appropriate starter date.
• Write preliminary reports and coverage specific guarantees in conformance with preferred title insurance practices, state specific guidelines and company policy for all types of property including major projects, and high liability transactions.
• Provide document copies, research projects, color coded maps and other items as requested by escrow departments and clients.
• Identify any defects, restrictions, or encumbrances on property titles and recommend corrective actions.
• Work closely with clients, attorneys, and other stakeholders to resolve title issues depending on your operation.
• Ensure all title examination activities comply with industry regulations and company policies.

Knowledge and Skills Required to be successful:

• Comprehensive knowledge of reading legal descriptions used for real property.
• Ability to review complex legal documents and identify any discrepancies.
• Ability to identify issues, analyze problems and implement effective solutions.
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Strong analytical organizational and high level of accuracy in reviewing/analyzing title documents.
• Efficiently manage time to meet deadlines and handle multiple responsibilities.
• Strong leadership abilities to guide and motivate the team.
• Comprehensive knowledge of real property computer database programs, and the ability to compile accurate and complete title information abstracts from the following real property information systems.
• Proficiency in relevant software and in-dept understanding of title examination process and legal documentation.
• Proficiency in conducting thorough searches of public records and legal documents.

Position's Pay Range: $60,000 - $75,000

The estimated pay range stated represents the typical pay range for this position or similarly employed employees or employees performing substantially similar work. Factors which may be used to determine the actual pay rate may include, but are not limited to, education, training or experience; seniority; merit and work performance; quantity or quality of production; regional differences in compensation; differences in local minimum wages, or ability and effort.

Benefits may include:

• Comprehensive medical, prescriptions, dental and vision plans
• 401(k) plan with a discretionary company match
• Shareholder Purchase and Reinvestment Plan
• Basic life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance premium paid by the company
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance for employees, spouses and dependent children
• Fertility and Family Building Benefits
• Paid Disability benefits
• Paid time off programs 11
• Company paid holidays per year
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account (available to High Deductible Health Plan participants only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance Program
• Voluntary benefits, such as Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and Accident Insurance
• Title insurance policies and certain escrow services for the employee’s primary personal residence at no charge
• Transportation benefit plan for mass transit, parking and vanpool, in several markets

Old Republic Title is an Equal Opportunity Employer

For over 100 years, Old Republic Title has helped Americans protect their property rights while providing peace of mind for one of the biggest investments homeowners will make.

We work closely with title agents, real estate professionals, lenders and industry experts to secure safe and efficient real estate transactions. We provide comprehensive title and escrow products and services for individuals, businesses and government.