Commercial Underwriting Counsel - (Hybrid Tampa/Orlando or Remote USA)

Overview

This role applies legal expertise and risk analysis to commercial real estate transactions. As Commercial Underwriting Counsel, you will provide underwriting support and counsel related to the issuance of title insurance commitments and policies, guide teams on real estate settlement services, and communicate underwriting-related information to internal stakeholders.

A hybrid schedule is available for team members in Tampa or Orlando, FL. Remote work may be available for strong candidates elsewhere in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Provide underwriting support, counsel, and authorization to company personnel and customers related to the issuance of title insurance commitments and policies
• Apply underwriting standards and guidelines within delegated authority limits
• Guide company personnel on the performance of real estate settlement services
• Provide guidance to company personnel in the performance of escrow real estate settlement services
• Issue underwriting standards and guidelines in accordance with established company processes
• Communicate information related to underwriting and real estate settlement services to the team
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Law Degree required
• Actively licensed to practice law, in good standing in the state of employment
• 5 to 7 years of experience underwriting title insurance, or comparable experience in a law firm setting (commercial experience preferred)
• Strong knowledge of real estate law, including federal and state regulations
• Solid understanding of fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of the real estate title and settlement process
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and business acumen
• Ability to provide alternative solutions or convey unpopular information with tact
• Proven ability to collaborate, act decisively, and 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
• Creative thinker with strong problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Commercial experience

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Range: $88,900.00 - $118,500.00 Annually
• Benefits (based on eligibility) may include:
  • Medical, dental, vision
  • 401k
  • PTO/paid sick leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan

Pay is based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements, and geographic location.

Location

• Hybrid: Tampa or Orlando, FL
• Remote: open to strong candidates elsewhere in the U.S.