Commercial Title Insurance Underwriting Counsel Attorney - (Miami)
Overview
A national leader in commercial title and escrow services is seeking a Senior Commercial Title Insurance Underwriting Counsel to provide underwriting guidance and support on complex commercial real estate transactions. This role is suited for a commercial real estate attorney or experienced title insurance underwriter who applies legal analysis to real estate matters, solves problems in real time, and partners with internal teams and clients.
This position is based in Miami, FL, with a hybrid work model requiring at least three days in the office initially for training. Multiple roles are available with hybrid and remote options.
Note: This role focuses exclusively on title insurance, not property or risk insurance.
Responsibilities
- Provide underwriting support and counsel on the issuance of title commitments and policies
- Interpret and apply underwriting standards within delegated authority
- Advise colleagues on real estate settlement procedures and requirements
- Support resolution of title issues and guide transaction strategy
- Communicate underwriting decisions to internal teams and external partners
- Ensure compliance with company guidelines and regulatory requirements
- Contribute to internal knowledge sharing and process improvement
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
- Active Florida Bar admission in good standing
- Minimum 5 years of substantive experience in title insurance underwriting or comparable commercial real estate experience at an AmLaw 200 or similar law firm
- Strong knowledge of commercial real estate law, including federal and Florida state title insurance regulations
- Proven ability to interpret and apply title insurance underwriting standards and guidelines within delegated authority limits
- Solid understanding of commercial real estate transactions, title insurance, closing settlement processes, and applicable federal and state regulations
- Strong relationship-building skills with internal stakeholders and clients
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, and business acumen
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage a significant transaction volume
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, delivering guidance clearly and professionally
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to act decisively when needed
- Creative, solution-oriented approach to resolving complex title challenges
- Ability to travel regularly to the Miami metropolitan area office
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working on sophisticated commercial real estate transactions
- Demonstrated ability to influence underwriting strategy and outcomes
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
- Quarterly bonus participation
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Comprehensive benefits package including top-tier medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- 401(k) plan with employer matching
- Paid parental leave
- Generous paid time off and sick leave
- Additional employee perks
Location
Miami, Florida (Hybrid work model with initial in-office training)
Application Instructions
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume for consideration.