Senior Underwriting Counsel

24 hours ago


Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, United States First American Financial Company Full time
About Us
At First American, we believe in the power of our people. Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we strive to be a great place to work for all. We're passionate about fostering an environment where everyone feels welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential.

Job Summary
We're seeking a Senior Underwriting Counsel to provide underwriting support and expertise to our team. As a key member of our underwriting team, you'll utilize your knowledge of real estate law and underwriting standards to issue title insurance commitments and policies. You'll also provide guidance to our team on real estate settlement services and communicate information related to underwriting and settlement services.

Responsibilities
  • Provide underwriting support, counsel, and authorization to our team, related to the issuance of real estate title insurance commitments and policies.
  • Utilize underwriting standards and guidelines within delegated authority limits to underwrite the issuance of title insurance.
  • Provide guidance to our team in the performance of real estate settlement services.
  • Issue underwriting standards and guidelines in accordance with established company processes.
  • Communicate information related to underwriting and real estate settlement services to our team.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements
  • Law degree required.
  • Admitted to practice in state of employment.
  • Licensed to practice law, in good standing.
  • 8-10 years title underwriting experience.
  • Familiar with real estate law.
  • Excellent understanding of fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of real estate title and settlement process.
  • Knowledge of Federal and State regulations related to real estate title insurance and settlement services.
  • Understanding of underwriting real estate transactions for the issuance of title insurance policies.
  • Ability to collaborate and act decisively.
  • Detail-oriented.
  • Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills, able to multi-task, prioritize, and follow up in a timely manner.
  • Strong negotiation skills.
  • Requires abstract thinking and creative solutions.
  • Ability to 'think outside the box' and make unique yet sound decisions to resolve complex issues.
  • Ability to build relationships and create rapport.

What We Offer
At First American, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave, and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan. We're proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace for all.

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