Division Counsel, Default Title Operations

Overview

This role serves as a lead attorney providing specialized, high-level legal advice and strategic guidance to default title business units. The position collaborates with business operations management to establish claims processes, audit default title procedures, resolve claims, and offer strategic advice to mitigate risk throughout the default title life cycle. This position reports directly to the Chief Legal Officer.

Responsibilities

• Assess default title business lines from operational and legal risk perspectives.
• Develop and implement improved operational disciplines for default title processes to prevent and minimize risk and claims, including creating training materials for team members.
• Establish quality control and audit controls for all default title business lines.
• Develop and implement claims handling policies and procedures.
• Provide legal advice and support to default title business units; serve as escalation support for complex default transactional issues.
• Manage claims and coordinate with external counsel as necessary.
• Conduct legal research and stay informed on legislative changes affecting the business.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of legal experience, preferably handling mortgage loan default matters, including foreclosure and bankruptcy practices.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage sensitive, confidential information.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Experience working in a fast-paced legal environment.
• Strong organizational skills and regulatory compliance background.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Admission to the state bar and in good standing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• High ethical standards and professional integrity.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay rates based on skills and experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, HSA, mental health programs, Employee Assistance Program, short-term disability, and voluntary insurance options (LTD, auto, home, life, legal, pet, identity theft).
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off based on tenure.
• Paid volunteer time.
• Paid maternity and parental leave.
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
• Access to employee discount programs.

Location

This is a remote position, offering flexibility to work from home. Remote work is subject to the organization's remote work policy and business needs.

Additional Information

All new hires will be required to complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening.

The organization is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable laws. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for individuals with disabilities.