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Commercial Underwriting Counsel – National Team (remote)

Job Overview

Location

11 Locations

Job Type

Full-time

Category

Other

Date Posted

June 25, 2026

Full Job Description

📋 Description

  • Provide underwriting support, counsel, and authorization to company personnel and customers related to the issuance of real estate title insurance commitments and policies
  • Utilize underwriting standards and guidelines within delegated authority limits to underwrite the issuance of title insurance for commercial real estate transactions
  • Issue underwriting standards and guidelines in accordance with established company processes
  • Provide guidance to company personnel in the performance of real estate settlement services
  • Apply legal expertise and risk analysis to evaluate commercial real estate transactions and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations
  • Interpret and apply fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of real estate title and settlement processes to complex transactions
  • Demonstrate strong analytical rigor and business acumen to assess risk and make informed underwriting decisions
  • Negotiate and provide alternative solutions or convey unpopular information with tact and professionalism
  • Collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders to build relationships and drive consensus
  • Act decisively while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail in high-volume, time-sensitive environments
  • Maintain strong organizational skills to multi-task, prioritize competing demands, and ensure timely follow-up on underwriting matters
  • Employ abstract thinking and creative problem-solving to develop innovative solutions for complex title insurance scenarios
  • Communicate clearly and effectively through excellent verbal, written, and listening skills to convey legal and underwriting guidance
  • Operate within delegated authority limits while ensuring adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements
  • Contribute to the transformation of the commercial real estate experience by enabling next-generation title insurance solutions
  • Support the National Solutions team in delivering industry-leading title insurance products and services across multiple regions
  • Maintain licensure in good standing and stay current with evolving real estate laws and industry standards
  • Foster an inclusive, people-first culture by bringing authentic, professional expertise to a diverse, collaborative team

🎯 Requirements

  • Law Degree required
  • Licensed to practice law, in good standing
  • 5-7 years title underwriting experience, commercial experience preferred
  • Must be familiar with real estate law, including federal and state regulations
  • Strong understanding of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of real estate title and settlement process
  • Strong analytical rigor and business acumen

🏖️ Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401k plan
  • PTO and paid sick leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan

Skills & Technologies

Onsite

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About First American Financial Corporation

First American Financial Corporation provides title insurance, settlement services, and risk solutions for real estate transactions in the United States and abroad. The company offers title insurance policies, escrow and closing services, tax monitoring, home warranty products, and data and analytics for lenders, servicers, investors, and government-sponsored enterprises. Its segments include title insurance and services, specialty insurance, and corporate operations. Founded in 1889 and headquartered in Santa Ana, California, First American supports residential and commercial property transactions through a network of agents and direct operations.

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