Underwriter (hybrid) Texas

First American; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k plan

PTO/paid sick leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

A leading title insurance company is seeking a Senior Title Underwriter for a hybrid role across Texas markets. This position involves advising on complex transactions, analyzing title issues, and providing guidance to agents. Ideal candidates will have 5–7+ years of experience in title underwriting, a strong understanding of real estate law, and excellent communication skills. A generous pay range of $100,000 – $125,000 annually reflects the importance of this role, which offers a collaborative work environment and opportunities for autonomy.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of title underwriting experience with increasing complexity.
• Proven ability to handle complex or high-liability transactions confidently.
• Strong working knowledge of real estate law, title insurance, and settlement practices.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior underwriting resource for agents, customers, and internal stakeholders.
• Analyze and underwrite complex residential and commercial title transactions.
• Provide clear, practical guidance on title issues and risk mitigation.

Skills

Title underwriting experience

Real estate law knowledge

Negotiation skills

Strong communication skills

Job description

Who We Are

First American's Direct division provides comprehensive title insurance protection and professional settlement services for real estate purchases, refinances, and equity loans. 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 everyone feels welcome, supported, and empowered to innovate 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 we have been included on more than 50 regional best‑places‑to‑work lists.

What We Do

Senior Title Underwriter (Hybrid – Texas Markets)

Houston, San Antonio, Dallas‑Fort Worth, or Austin

Why This Role Stands Out

This is not a production‑only underwriting role. You’ll operate as a trusted authority – advising on complex transactions, influencing deal structure, and partnering directly with agents and internal teams to solve nuanced title challenges. You’ll have the autonomy to make decisions within delegated authority while working on a diverse portfolio of real estate transactions across major Texas markets.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as a senior underwriting resource for agents, customers, and internal stakeholders
• Analyze and underwrite complex residential and commercial title transactions
• Provide clear, practical guidance on title issues, curative matters, and risk mitigation
• Exercise sound judgment to approve, modify, or decline risks within authority limits
• Partner with escrow, sales, and operations teams to keep transactions moving efficiently
• Interpret and apply underwriting guidelines while contributing to their evolution
• Support high‑value and time‑sensitive deals with responsiveness and precision
• Act as a problem‑solver on challenging files – bringing creative, business‑minded solutions

What You Bring

• 5–7+ years of title underwriting experience with increasing complexity
• Strong working knowledge of real estate law, title insurance, and settlement practices
• Proven ability to handle complex or high‑liability transactions confidently
• Comfort operating with autonomy and making risk‑based decisions
• Strong communication skills – you can translate technical title issues into clear guidance
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to influence without slowing down deals

What Sets You Apart

• Experience supporting multiple markets or high‑volume agents
• Strong negotiation and problem‑resolution skills on difficult title matters
• Ability to balance risk management with business impact
• A reputation as a “go‑to” resource others rely on for tough files

Work Environment & Flexibility

• Hybrid role with flexibility across Houston, San Antonio, DFW, or Austin
• High‑impact position with visibility across teams and leadership
• Opportunity to work on a broad mix of transactions – not siloed or repetitive work

Why Join Us

• Work with experienced professionals on meaningful, complex deals
• Be empowered to make decisions – not just follow checklists
• Join a team that values expertise, responsiveness, and practical problem‑solving

Pay Range: $100,000.00 – $125,000.00 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.