Remote Commercial Underwriting Counsel

What We Do First American is reinventing the commercial title industry from within. We’re looking for a unique, ambitious individual who wants to join an early-stage, high-growth operation within a larger, Fortune 500 organization. You will initially be rolling up your sleeves to help drive the development of a new, end-to-end title operations process while collaboratively identifying product and technical opportunities to enhance the customer experience and operational efficiency of our new process. Then you will lead the charge for testing and iterating on these processes while closing commercial, national title transactions. As a Commercial Underwriting Counsel, you will: Drive the development of a new, end-to-end operational process for title transactions. Work on a remote team using technology and virtual communication. Run all technical aspects of a commercial title transaction – from underwriting to post-close – with significant operational support. Use data to drive decision making and continual process improvements. Core traits we’re looking for: Seeks to execute. Works independently, while routinely checking in with the team. Works effectively in ambiguous circumstances, seeking clarity through asking questions. Possesses willingness to try a solution rather than assuming. Operates with a process-oriented mind. Your qualifications: General understanding of underwriting regional or national commercial real estate transactions for the issuance of title insurance policies. 5-10 years title underwriting experience. Excellent verbal and written communication. Has a successful history of managing and serving customers. Juris Doctor (JD) degree and admitted to the bar in at least one US state. Why Join Our Team: You’ll join the ground floor of a transformative business where you can make an impact. You’ll be entrusted with responsibility and autonomy in your day-to-day work. We offer competitive compensation; an annual, performance-based bonus; and long-term incentive plans. Customizable benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and 401K Match. Virtual and in-person team events. Benefits: Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term. #J-18808-Ljbffr First American Financial Corp.