Maryland Underwriting Counsel

First American Financial

Maryland, United States
Base: $97,700.00 - $130,300.00 annually; bonus/equ...
Underwriting real estate title insurance
Knowledge of real estate law
Familiarity with settlement process
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 real estate title insurance commitments and policies, as well as guidance in real estate settlement services.
  • First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave 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: $97,700.00 - $130,300.00 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave, employee stock purchase plan

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • underwriting real estate title insurance
  • knowledge of real estate law
  • familiarity with settlement process
  • strong negotiation skills
  • detail oriented
  • excellent communication skills
  • ability to collaborate and act decisively

Nice-to-have

  • creative solutions
  • multi-tasking and prioritization
  • people-first culture
  • diversity, equity and inclusion focus

Key Requirements

  • Law Degree required
  • Admitted to practice in state of employment
  • Licensed to practice law, in good standing
  • 5-7 years title underwriting experience
  • General knowledge of Federal and State regulations related to real estate title insurance

Work Rights

Licensed to practice law in state of employment

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