Title Research Analyst - Infra & Land Rights (12-Month)

ERM; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM is seeking Title Agents to support electric transmission and distribution projects in Richmond, VA, Raleigh, NC and Charlotte, NC. This full-time, 40-hour/week role is a 12-month, limited-term position with potential extension.

You will conduct public records research, analyze ownership and encumbrances, and prepare clear title summaries to support acquisition, permitting, engineering, valuation, and project decisions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience performing real estate title searches or related due diligence.
• Ability to read, interpret, and summarize deeds, mortgages, liens, and other recorded instruments.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in multi-parcels projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct title searches using public records for various project types.
• Research chain of title, ownership, encumbrances, and other instruments.
• Review legal descriptions and parcel data to confirm boundaries.
• Prepare clear title search reports and ownership summaries for stakeholders.
• Identify potential title issues or risks impacting acquisitions or permitting.
• Coordinate with offices and teams to obtain records and resolve questions.
• Maintain organized research records and deliverables per QC procedures.
• Support special assignments including historical title research and multi-county work.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

PDF tools

GIS viewers

Title research platforms

Electronic document management systems

Job description

ERM is seeking Title Agents to support electric transmission and distribution projects in Richmond, VA, Raleigh, NC and Charlotte, NC. This full-time, 40-hour/week role is a 12-month, limited-term position with potential extension.

You will conduct public records research, analyze ownership and encumbrances, and prepare clear title summaries to support acquisition, permitting, engineering, valuation, and project decisions.