Senior Underwriting Counsel

First American Financial

New York, NY, United States
Base: $141,000 - $206,800; bonus/equity: eligible ...
Underwriting real estate title insurance
Knowledge of new york real estate law
Familiarity with federal and state regulations
First American's Agency Division is dedicated to providing policy-issuing agents with resources, services and underwriting guidance needed to achieve new levels of success

Job Summary

  • First American's Agency Division is dedicated to providing policy-issuing agents with resources, services and underwriting guidance needed to achieve new levels of success.
  • The role involves providing underwriting support, counsel, and authorization related to the issuance of real estate title insurance commitments and policies within delegated authority limits.
  • First American fosters an inclusive, people-first culture celebrating diversity, equity and inclusion and offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO, and an employee stock purchase plan.

Matching Summary

First American's Agency Division is dedicated to providing policy-issuing agents with resources, services and underwriting guidance needed to achieve new levels of success.

Salary

Base: $141,000 - $206,800; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for bonus pay and/or incentives; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO, employee stock purchase plan

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • underwriting real estate title insurance
  • knowledge of New York real estate law
  • familiarity with federal and state regulations
  • real estate settlement process expertise
  • strong negotiation skills
  • excellent communication skills

Nice-to-have

  • ability to think outside the box
  • collaborative and decisive
  • detail oriented
  • strong organizational skills
  • ability to build relationships and rapport

Key Requirements

  • Law Degree required
  • Admitted to practice in state of employment
  • Licensed to practice law, in good standing
  • 8-10 years title underwriting experience
  • 5-10 years commercial title experience

Work Rights

Licensed to practice law in state of employment

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