Senior Underwriting Counsel

Excellent 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
Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills
Good organizational skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize and timely follow up
Strong negotiation skills
Requires abstract thinking and creative solutions
Ability to ‘think outside the box’ and make unique yet sound decisions to resolve complex issues
Ability to build relationships and create rapport
Law Degree required
Admitted to practice in state of employment
Licensed to practice law, in good standing

Provides underwriting support, counsel, and authorization to company personnel, agents, and customer(s), 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
Responsible for communicating information related to underwriting and real estate settlement services from superiors to subordinates