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Commercial Underwriting Counsel

Hybrid & Remote

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First American

First American

10,001+ employees

Provides title insurance and real estate services

Data & Analytics
Financial Services
Real Estate

Compensation Overview

$86.7k - $144.4kAnnually

Senior

Remote in USA + 1 more

Category
Legal
Legal & Compliance
Required Skills
Communications
Requirements
  • Law Degree required
  • Licensed to practice law, in good standing
  • 5-7 years title underwriting experience, commercial experience preferred
  • Must be familiar with real estate law, including federal and state regulations
  • Strong understanding of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of real estate title and settlement process
  • Strong analytical rigor and business acumen
  • Strong negotiation skills and ability to provide alternative solutions or convey unpopular information with tact.
  • Ability to collaborate and act decisively; build relationships internally and externally
  • Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize and timely follow up
  • Abstract thinking and creative solutions
Responsibilities
  • Provide underwriting support, counsel, and authorization to company personnel and customers related to the issuance of real estate title insurance commitments and policies
  • Utilize underwriting standards and guidelines within delegated authority limits, to underwrite the issuance of title insurance
  • Provide guidance to company personnel in the performance of real estate settlement services
  • Issue underwriting standards and guidelines in accordance with established company processes

First American provides title insurance, specialty insurance, and various real estate-related services. Their title insurance protects buyers from potential ownership disputes and ensures smooth real estate transactions by offering professional settlement services. The company also offers a platform called myFirstAm®, which allows users to access property information, maps, and manage orders conveniently. Unlike many competitors, First American has a vast database of over 5.5 billion document images and property information covering 99% of the U.S. housing stock, which enhances their data solutions for clients. The goal of First American is to facilitate real estate transactions while protecting investments and providing comprehensive support to homebuyers, real estate professionals, and lenders.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$800.2M

Headquarters

Santa Ana, California

Founded

1889

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • First American's strategic acquisitions, such as Mother Lode Holding Company, enhance its market position and service offerings.
  • The company's focus on digital transformation, evidenced by the acquisition of Docutech, positions it well for future growth in the digital mortgage space.
  • Being recognized as a Fortune 100 Best Company to Work For highlights a positive work culture and strong employee satisfaction.

What critics are saying

  • The recent data breach allegations could damage First American's reputation and customer trust.
  • The highly competitive real estate and insurance markets require continuous innovation to maintain market share.

What makes First American unique

  • First American's comprehensive suite of services, from title insurance to real estate data solutions, offers a one-stop-shop for real estate transactions, unlike competitors who may specialize in only one area.
  • Their proprietary platform, myFirstAm®, provides seamless access to property information and transaction management, setting them apart in terms of technological integration.
  • The company's extensive database, covering 99% of U.S. housing stock, provides unparalleled data insights for real estate and mortgage decisions.

Benefits

401k matching

Health, vision, dental insurance

Professional development