Title Examiner

Date Posted: May-June 2026 Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Eligible Work Location: In person, California Job Description Our client, a leading title company, is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Title Examiner. The ideal candidate will leverage extensive experience in examining complex residential and commercial property titles, navigating California-specific regulations and statutes, and providing expert analysis to ensure a clear and marketable title for all real estate transactions. This role requires a strong understanding of the full real estate transaction lifecycle, from search through closing, a methodical approach to research, and the proven ability to proactively identify and resolve potential title issues. Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive title examinations by searching public records, title company plants, and databases to establish a complete chain of title. Analyze and interpret complex legal documents such as deeds, mortgages, liens, judgments, easements, and surveys for residential and commercial properties. Identify, report, and collaborate with attorneys, escrow officers, and clients to resolve all title defects, liens, and encumbrances to clear the title for closing. Draft and prepare accurate Preliminary Title Reports, title commitments, endorsements, and final title policies in strict accordance with the California Insurance Code and requirements set by the California Department of Insurance (CDI). Provide essential legal guidance and risk assessment to the underwriting and escrow teams. Qualifications Must have a minimum of three to five years of experience as a title examiner, with a dedicated focus on commercial or high-liability residential properties. Proven experience in searching and compiling records from title plants is essential. Strong knowledge of California property law, statutes, and legal descriptions is required. Must have exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, paired with a meticulous attention to detail. Experience in a California title or escrow support role is a significant plus. #J-18808-Ljbffr American Headhunters LLC