Underwriter Counsel - Hybrid

First American; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sr. Commercial Underwriter to join their dynamic team. This role is pivotal in enhancing the commercial real estate experience by empowering employees and clients to deliver innovative solutions. The ideal candidate will have a law degree and extensive experience in title underwriting, with a strong grasp of real estate law and exceptional analytical and negotiation skills. The company fosters a people-first culture, emphasizing diversity and inclusion, and offers a comprehensive benefits package, making it an attractive workplace for all.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of title underwriting experience, with a preference for commercial experience.
• Strong understanding of real estate law and settlement processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide underwriting support and counsel for real estate title insurance.
• Utilize underwriting standards to issue title insurance.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Law Degree

Job description

Who We Are

Join a team that puts its People First! As a member of First American's family of companies, National Commercial Services provides single-point service for simple to multi-property/multi-state national commercial real estate transactions. 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. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.

What We Do

Enable you to apply your passion for law and risk analysis to real estate transactions. If you excel in collaborating with others to assess possibilities and discover solutions, it may be time to combine your analytical rigor with a premier brand in the commercial real estate space. First American is looking to add a Sr. Commercial Underwriter to our growing team. This position plays a key role in transforming the commercial real estate experience by empowering our employees and customers to deliver next-generation solutions and results.

This position is open to working hybrid - 3 days a week in the office with 2 days working remote.

What You'll Do:

1. Provide underwriting support, counsel, and authorization to company personnel and customers related to the issuance of real estate title insurance commitments and policies.
2. Utilize underwriting standards and guidelines within delegated authority limits, to underwrite the issuance of title insurance.
3. Provide guidance to company personnel in the performance of real estate settlement services.
4. Issue underwriting standards and guidelines in accordance with established company processes.

What You'll Bring:

1. Law Degree required.
2. Licensed to practice law, in good standing.
3. 5-7 years title underwriting experience, commercial experience preferred.
4. Familiarity with real estate law, including federal and state regulations.
5. Strong understanding of fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of real estate title and settlement process.
6. Strong analytical rigor and business acumen.
7. Strong negotiation skills and ability to provide alternative solutions or convey unpopular information with tact.
8. Ability to collaborate and act decisively; build relationships internally and externally.
9. Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
10. Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and follow up in a timely manner.
11. Abstract thinking and creative solutions.

Pay Range: $95,350-$127,125 annually. This hiring range is an estimate of the base pay at the time of posting. Pay is based on factors including job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements, and geographic location.

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What We Offer

By choice, we don't simply accept individuality - we embrace it, support it, and thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion not just because it's right, but because it's key to our success. We foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer. Based on eligibility, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave, and other benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.