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Commercial Underwriting Counsel
First American. Provide underwriting support, counsel, and authorization to company personnel and customers related to the issuance of title insurance commitments and policies .
Posted 10/2/2026full-timeTampa • Florida • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $88,900 - $118,500 per yearWebsite
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in underwriting title insurance and real estate law, with a strong ability to apply underwriting standards and guidelines. Proven skills in communication, negotiation, and problem-solving within the real estate settlement process.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Law DegreeLicensed To Practice Law5-7 Years Underwriting Title InsuranceStrong Knowledge Of Real Estate LawAnalytical And Negotiation Skills
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Hard Skills
Underwriting Title InsuranceReal Estate Settlement ServicesApplication Of Underwriting StandardsKnowledge Of Federal And State RegulationsUnderstanding Of Title And Settlement Process
Soft Skills
Excellent Communication SkillsStrong Organizational SkillsCreative Problem-SolvingAbility To CollaborateTactful Communication
Certifications & Qualifications
Active Law License
Industry Keywords
Title InsuranceReal Estate LawEscrow ServicesCommercial ExperienceBusiness Acumen
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Provide underwriting support, counsel, and authorization to company personnel and customers related to the issuance of title insurance commitments and policies
- Apply underwriting standards and guidelines within delegated authority limits
- Guide company personnel on the performance of real estate settlement services
- Underwrite the issuance of title insurance using company standards and guidelines
- Provide guidance on escrow 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 the team
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
What you’ll need- Law Degree required
- Actively licensed to practice law, in good standing in the state of employment
- 5 to 7 years of experience underwriting title insurance, or comparable experience in a law firm setting
- Commercial experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of real estate law, including federal and state regulations
- Solid understanding of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of real estate title and settlement process
- Strong analytical, negotiation and business acumen
- Ability to provide alternative solutions or convey unpopular information with tact
- Proven ability to collaborate, act decisively, and build relationships internally and externally
- Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize and timely follow up
- Creative thinker with strong problem-solving skills
Benefits
Comp & perks- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401k
- PTO/paid sick leave
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Hybrid work schedule for team members in Tampa or Orlando, Florida
- Remote work for strong candidates elsewhere in the U.S.
- Inclusive workplace culture
- Equal opportunity employment