About the position
The Senior Commercial Title Examiner/Officer position at Old Republic Title requires a comprehensive understanding of title insurance policies and endorsement coverages. This role is pivotal in generating Preliminary Reports, Commitments, and Proforma policies, necessitating the ability to read and interpret surveys effectively. The candidate must possess a deep understanding of complex federal and state regulations that govern the title insurance industry, ensuring compliance and accuracy in all transactions. In this role, the Senior Commercial Title Examiner/Officer will provide internal advisory support to title staff and assist in training Commercial Title Examiners. A thorough knowledge of land records is essential, along with the capability to interpret data from various sources, including title plants. The position demands proficiency in property record-related sites and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, meeting strict deadlines while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and organizational skills. The role also involves supporting Escrow Operations in all aspects of title curative matters related to complex commercial high liability transactions. The Senior Commercial Title Examiner/Officer will work directly with a diverse range of customers, including real estate agents, builders, attorneys, surveyors, buyers, sellers, and lenders. Building and maintaining professional relationships with Underwriting is crucial, as is the ability to assess transaction risks and propose viable solutions to challenging title issues. Collaboration with management, Escrow, Sales, and marketing resources is necessary to develop and maintain a robust portfolio of real estate business, particularly focusing on Commercial and High Liability clientele.
Responsibilities
- Generate Preliminary Reports, Commitments, and Proforma policies.
- Read and understand surveys related to title insurance.
- Provide internal title advisory support and assist in training Commercial Title Examiners.
- Interpret complex federal and state rules and regulations applicable to the title insurance industry.
- Support Escrow Operations in title curative matters for complex commercial transactions.
- Work directly with customers including real estate agents, builders, attorneys, surveyors, buyers, sellers, and lenders.
- Foster and maintain professional relationships with Underwriting and assess transaction risks.
- Collaborate with management, Escrow, Sales, and marketing to develop a portfolio of real estate business.
Requirements
- Comprehensive understanding of title insurance policies and endorsement coverages.
- Ability to read and interpret surveys and land records.
- Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to the title insurance industry.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Basic computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in commercial high liability transactions.
- Proficiency in property record-related sites.
Benefits
- Health insurance coverage.
- Life insurance coverage.
- Disability insurance coverage.
- Paid time off.
- Retirement plans.
