Commercial Underwriting Manager

First American

. Manage the day-to-day activities of a team of Underwriters and may oversee title professionals and support personnel .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeTampa • Florida • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $117,500 - $156,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Underwriting and Real Estate Title Insurance, with a strong focus on team management, project execution, and operational effectiveness. Proven ability to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and drive customer service excellence.

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Underwriting ExpertiseTeam ManagementProject Design and ExecutionCustomer Service CommitmentStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Underwriting StandardsReal Estate Title InsuranceProject ManagementOperational PlanningPerformance ReviewSettlement ServicesCost EstimationTalent DevelopmentChange ManagementNegotiation

Soft Skills

Influencing SkillsRelationship BuildingCoaching and FeedbackCollaborationVision Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

Juris Doctor

Industry Keywords

Title IndustryReal EstateFunctional Area ManagementCustomer ExpectationsBusiness Effectiveness

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the day-to-day activities of a team of Underwriters and may oversee title professionals and support personnel
Provide underwriting support and expertise to company personnel, agents, and customers regarding real estate title insurance commitments and policies
Apply underwriting standards and guidelines within delegated authority limits to underwrite title insurance issuance
Provide guidance in the performance of real estate settlement services
Manage and prioritize daily operations of a large functional area or department
Lead professionals, including skilled exempt and non-exempt employees, through direct and indirect supervision
Contribute to project reviews and approve detailed project designs and cost estimates
Participate in long-range departmental planning and provide input on operational decisions, project plans, and scheduling
Conduct performance reviews, provide coaching and feedback, and make hiring and compensation recommendations
Collaborate with Senior and Executive Management on personnel decisions as needed
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor preferred
Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
5–7 years of directly related experience in the title industry
3–5 years of supervisory or management experience preferred
Demonstrated success designing, developing, and executing complex projects within a functional area of expertise
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with management across functional groups and business units
Strong influencing skills with the ability to gain buy-in and navigate sensitive situations while maintaining positive working relationships
Ability to communicate a clear vision, establish aligned goals, and create systems to measure results
Understanding of competitor, financial, and industry dynamics
Experience recruiting, developing, and retaining talent while fostering accountability, collaboration, and effective change management
Demonstrated commitment to customer service by managing expectations, soliciting feedback, and ensuring commitments are met
Strong communication, presentation, listening, and negotiation skills
Ability to collaborate with leaders to identify and implement solutions that support business effectiveness

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401k
PTO/paid sick leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Inclusive, people-first workplace culture
Equal opportunity workplace