Consulting Associate, Land Services, Title Reviewer

ERM

. Review title commitments, title reports, deeds, mortgages, liens, judgments, easements, covenants, plats, surveys, tax records, probate documents, and other recorded instruments .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRolling Meadows • Illinois • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $68,100 - $79,900 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in reviewing and analyzing real estate title documents, including deeds, easements, and mortgages, while ensuring compliance with client standards and quality control procedures. Proficient in coordinating with various stakeholders and maintaining accurate project records to support title curative activities and land acquisition efforts.

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Title Document ReviewReal Estate AnalysisProject CoordinationMicrosoft Office ProficiencyAttention to Detail

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Hard Skills

Title CommitmentsDeedsEasementsMortgagesLiensJudgmentsTax RecordsLegal DescriptionsPlatsSurveys

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationAnalytical AbilityJudgment and DiscretionAbility to Adapt

Tools & Technologies

GISDocument Management SystemsProject Tracking SystemsLand Management Systems

Industry Keywords

Real EstateTitle PracticesLand AcquisitionRight-of-Way ProjectsPublic Records

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review title commitments, title reports, deeds, mortgages, liens, judgments, easements, covenants, plats, surveys, tax records, probate documents, and other recorded instruments
Analyze chains of title and verify ownership interests, legal descriptions, parcel boundaries, easement rights, and other property interests
Identify title exceptions, gaps, clouds, unreleased liens, access limitations, ownership discrepancies, and other issues affecting projects
Prepare title review summaries, ownership matrices, issue logs, curative action recommendations, and project documentation
Coordinate with title companies, abstractors, surveyors, land agents, appraisers, attorneys, county offices, and client representatives
Support title curative activities and right-of-way and land acquisition teams
Confirm vesting, ownership contacts, parcel status, acquisition requirements, and document execution needs
Maintain accurate project records in databases, tracking systems, and document repositories
Monitor deadlines and prioritize title review assignments to support project schedules and milestones
Provide technical guidance regarding title findings, document interpretation, ownership research, and follow-up actions
Ensure work complies with client standards, quality control procedures, confidentiality requirements, and relevant title practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent required
Associate or bachelor’s degree in real estate, paralegal studies, business, land management, or a related field preferred
Equivalent experience accepted as an alternative to the preferred degree
4+ years preferred reviewing real estate title documents, title commitments, public records, or land-related documentation
Experience with utility, infrastructure, renewable energy, transportation, or right-of-way projects preferred
Working knowledge of deeds, easements, mortgages, liens, judgments, tax records, legal descriptions, plats, surveys, and county recording practices
Ability to interpret complex title documentation and summarize findings clearly and defensibly
Ability to manage multiple parcels, assignments, deadlines, and documentation requirements
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Experience using title, land management, GIS, document management, or project tracking systems
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to coordinate with internal teams, external vendors, clients, and legal counsel
Not eligible for immigration sponsorship
High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Analytical ability to evaluate recorded instruments, identify risks, and recommend next steps
Experience supporting title curative efforts, acquisition packages, easement preparation, closing coordination, or condemnation support
Ability to work independently and collaborate with project managers, land agents, title vendors, and legal teams
Strong judgment, discretion, and professionalism with confidential information
Ability to adapt to changing project priorities and maintain quality under tight deadlines

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid time off
Parental leave
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
AD&D insurance
401(k) or RRSP/DPSP
May be eligible for bonus pay