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Senior Underwriting Counsel (Hybrid)

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First American Financial Corporation

Remote

$173,900 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 2 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/6/2026

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Login or Register Home Daily Jobs Post A Job Employers Create A Company Post A Free Job Post A Featured Job Search Resumes Job Seekers Dashboard Create A Resume Pricing Senior Underwriting Counsel (Hybrid) An American Financial Services Company 1 hour ago Tarrytown, NY 8
  • 10 Years Remote
R054523 141,000
  • 206,800 / Yearly Title Underwriting Share on Apply now
Description:
Who we are: Join a team that puts its People First! First American's Agency Division is dedicated to providing our policy-issuing agents with resources, services and underwriting guidance needed to achieve new levels of success. 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 eleven 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:
Provides underwriting support and expertise to company personnel, agents, and customer(s), related to the issuance of real estate title insurance commitments and policies. Utilizes underwriting standards and guidelines within delegated authority limits, to underwrite the issuance of title insurance and provide guidance in the performance of real estate settlement services.
What You'll Do:
Provides underwriting support, counsel, and authorization to company personnel, agents, and customer(s), related to the issuance of real estate title insurance commitments and policies. Utilizes underwriting standards and guidelines within delegated authority limits to underwrite the issuance of title insurance. Provides guidance to company personnel in the performance of real estate settlement services. Issues underwriting standards and guidelines in accordance with established company processes. Responsible for communicating information related to underwriting and real estate settlement services to team. Other duties as assigned
What You'll Bring:
Law Degree required. Admitted to practice in state of employment. Licensed to practice law, in good standing. 8-10 years title underwriting experience. 5-10 years commercial title experience. Must be familiar with New York 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.
Pay Range :
$141,000
  • $206,800. This position is eligible for bonus pay and/or incentives for production or other goals. 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. Similar Jobs Senior Legal Counsel
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