Commercial Underwriting Counsel

First American

. Provide underwriting support, counsel, and authorization to company personnel, agents, and customers related to the issuance of title insurance commitments and policies .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeCharlotte • North Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $88,900 - $118,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in title underwriting and real estate law, with a strong ability to evaluate and approve title insurance transactions while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. Possesses excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills to effectively guide teams and develop innovative solutions in complex situations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Law DegreeSouth Carolina Bar License3+ Years Title Underwriting ExperienceStrong Knowledge of Real Estate LawDeep Understanding of Title Insurance Processes

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Hard Skills

Title UnderwritingReal Estate LawTitle Insurance IssuanceAnalytical ThinkingDecision-Making

Soft Skills

Negotiation SkillsCollaborative MindsetDetail-OrientedStrong Organizational SkillsExcellent Communication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed South Carolina Attorney

Industry Keywords

Underwriting StandardsSettlement ServicesFederal RegulationsState RegulationsIndustry Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide underwriting support, counsel, and authorization to company personnel, agents, and customers related to the issuance of title insurance commitments and policies
Apply underwriting standards and guidelines within delegated authority to evaluate and approve title insurance transactions
Offer guidance to internal teams in the execution of real estate settlement services
Develop and communicate underwriting standards and guidelines in alignment with established company processes
Serve as a key resource for sharing insights and information related to underwriting and settlement services across the team
Support additional responsibilities as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Law Degree required
South Carolina Bar License/Licensed South Carolina Attorney
3+ years of title underwriting experience
Strong knowledge of real estate law, including federal and state regulations
Deep understanding of title insurance and settlement processes, including core concepts and industry practices
Proven ability to underwrite real estate transactions for title insurance issuance
Strong analytical thinking paired with sound decision-making skills
Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to navigate complex situations with professionalism
A collaborative mindset with the ability to act decisively and build strong relationships
Detail-oriented approach with strong organizational and prioritization skills
Excellent communication skills—written, verbal, and listening
Ability to think creatively, apply abstract reasoning, and develop innovative solutions to complex challenges

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
PTO/paid sick leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Inclusive workplace culture
Equal opportunity employment