Title Officer Advisory - Part-Time - US Based Remote

The Advisory Title Officer serves as a senior subject‑matter expert responsible for examining, evaluating, and resolving complex title issues for residential and commercial real estate transactions in California. This role provides authoritative guidance to internal teams, escrow officers, underwriters, and external clients, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and risk mitigation throughout the title process. Key Responsibilities Title Examination — Review, analyze, and interpret public records, title reports, legal descriptions, maps, liens, encumbrances, and chain of title for accuracy and insurability. Risk Assessment — Identify potential title defects, assess underwriting risk, and recommend appropriate requirements, exceptions, or endorsements. Issue Resolution — Resolve complex curative matters including probate, trust transfers, entity documentation, easements, boundary disputes, and vesting discrepancies. Underwriting Support — Collaborate with title underwriters to obtain approvals for non‑standard coverage, high‑liability transactions, or unique property scenarios. Client Advisory — Provide expert guidance to escrow officers, attorneys, lenders, brokers, and customers regarding title requirements, exceptions, and closing impacts. Quality Control — Ensure accuracy and compliance with California state regulations, company guidelines, and underwriting standards. Documentation & Reporting — Prepare clear, concise title commitments, amendments, and explanatory notes for internal and external stakeholders. Training & Mentorship — Support junior examiners and escrow staff through coaching, technical training, and review of complex files.