Our client, a real estate and title services company, is looking for a Title Insurance Clearance Officer to join their team in Nanuet, NY. In this role, you will be responsible for reviewing title searches, identifying and resolving title defects, and coordinating the clearance of requirements necessary to issue title insurance policies and facilitate real estate closings in New Jersey.

Key Responsibilities:

Review New Jersey title searches, title reports, commitments, and supporting documentation Examine title for liens, judgments, mortgages, tax issues, probate matters, unreleased interests, municipal charges, open permits, and other potential title defects Identify title requirements and determine the documentation or corrective action necessary for clearance Coordinate with attorneys, lenders, municipalities, creditors, and lienholders to obtain releases, satisfactions, affidavits, payoff statements, and other required documents Review judgments, UCC filings, bankruptcy records, estate and probate documents, divorce records, corporate and LLC documents, and other instruments affecting title Verify that liens and encumbrances have been properly satisfied, discharged, or subordinated before closing Communicate title requirements clearly and professionally to clients, attorneys, lenders, and settlement professionals Monitor outstanding requirements and follow up proactively to meet closing deadlines Escalate complex or unusual title matters to underwriting counsel or senior title personnel when appropriate

Requirements:

2+ years of experience in title insurance, title examination, title clearance, real estate law, or a closely related field required Working knowledge of New Jersey real estate title practices and recording procedures Strong understanding of title commitments, title searches, liens, judgments, mortgages, deeds, and releases Proficiency with Microsoft Office, document management systems, and title production software Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify inconsistencies or potential risks in title documentation Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple files and closing deadlines simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working for a New Jersey title insurance agency, title company, law firm, or underwriting company Experience with New Jersey county recording systems and municipal searches Experience clearing complex judgments, liens, estates, probate matters, bankruptcies, and municipal issues Paralegal, real estate, or title-related education or certification is a plus

Pay & Schedule:

Pay Rate:

$26.00 - $28.00 per hour

Schedule:

Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Office-based or hybrid professional environment Equal Opportunity Employment Lyneer Staffing Solutions is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences, and we are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process.