Underwriting Counsel Remote in MI

$86,700 - $115,600/Yr

First American Financial - Detroit, MI

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Detroit, MI

Insurance Carriers and Related Activities

About the position

The Underwriting Counsel position at First American involves providing underwriting support and expertise related to the issuance of real estate title insurance commitments and policies. The role requires a strong understanding of real estate title and settlement processes, as well as the ability to collaborate effectively with company personnel, agents, and customers. This position is remote and emphasizes a people-first culture that values diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Provides underwriting support, counsel, and authorization to company personnel, agents, and customers related to the issuance of real estate title insurance commitments and policies.
• Utilizes underwriting standards and guidelines within delegated authority limits to underwrite the issuance of title insurance.
• Provides guidance to company personnel in the performance of real estate settlement services.
• Issues underwriting standards and guidelines in accordance with established company processes.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of real estate title and settlement process.
• General knowledge of Federal and State regulations related to real estate title insurance and settlement services.
• General understanding of underwriting real estate transactions for the issuance of title insurance policies.
• Ability to collaborate and act decisively.
• Detail oriented with excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Good organizational skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and timely follow up.
• Strong negotiation skills and requires abstract thinking and creative solutions.
• Law Degree required and admitted to practice in the state of employment.
• 5-7 years title underwriting experience.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401k
• PTO/paid sick leave
• Employee stock purchase plan