Underwriter (hybrid) Texas

First American Financial

Houston, Texas, US
Base: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 annually; bonus/eq...
Hybrid
5-7+ years title underwriting experience
Strong working knowledge of real estate law
Experience with complex high-liability transactions
This role operates as a trusted authority advising on complex transactions rather than being a production-only position

Job Summary

  • This role operates as a trusted authority advising on complex transactions rather than being a production-only position.
  • The company is recognized as a Fortune 100 Best Company to Work For for ten consecutive years with a people-first culture.
  • Candidates will have the autonomy to make risk-based decisions within delegated authority while handling a diverse portfolio of real estate transactions.

Matching Summary

This role operates as a trusted authority advising on complex transactions rather than being a production-only position.

Salary

Base: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave, employee stock purchase plan

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5-7+ years title underwriting experience
  • Strong working knowledge of real estate law
  • Experience with complex high-liability transactions
  • Ability to interpret underwriting guidelines

Nice-to-have

  • Experience supporting multiple markets
  • Strong negotiation and problem-resolution skills
  • Collaborative mindset influencing without slowing deals
  • Reputation as a go-to resource for tough files

Key Requirements

  • 5–7+ years of title underwriting experience
  • Strong working knowledge of real estate law
  • Proven ability to handle complex or high-liability transactions

Work Rights

Not specified

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