Commercial Title Coordinator (Remote)

Who We AreJoin a team that puts its People First! First American's National Production Services division provides global title and escrow production support across all channels within First American Title including the Mortgage Services, Commercial, Direct, and Agency divisions. Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for ten consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.

What We DoThe Title Coordinator works with multiple parties to coordinate the completion of the title process. Monitors and tracks the workflow from searcher and vendors. Coordinates multi-site project intake and transaction management. Reviews and validates the accuracy of data contained within order requests, production reports, vendor search work, and internal systems. Verifies file completeness, obtains outstanding title documents, and approves completed files. Performs special projects. Assists with title production support services and settlement services preparation.

What You'll Do

• Research incoming order requests and provide accurate and detailed ordering instructions.
• Respond to internal customer and vendor requests primarily through email.
• Update file status within company and/or client system(s).
• Develop strong relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Proactively communicate file status to appropriate personnel.
• Monitor processes and resolve issues to achieve SLAs.  Report issues to internal stakeholders as appropriate.
• Escalate complex title issues to manager as needed.
• Facilitate on-boarding vendors.
• Implement best practices, develops performance standards, policies, and procedures, and provides tools necessary for effective and consistent management of vendors.
• Analyze vendor performance and identify performance trends taking corrective action as necessary to improve performance.
• Act as a liaison between vendor partners and Company in resolving service delivery issues.
• Manage a wide range of programs/projects in vendor management including identifying requirements and deliverables, developing project plans, and monitoring delivery schedules.
• Work on a diverse range of problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires evaluation of a variety of factors and an understanding of current business and trends.
• Exercise judgment within generally defined practices and policies in determining objectives and approaches to project completion.
• Work under close supervision applying established techniques, procedures, or specific standards.
• Work on new assignments may be reviewed for soundness of judgment and overall accuracy.
• No responsibility for the supervision of others.
• Interact with management and peers in other departments for purposes of gaining cooperation, exchanging technical information, and presenting project plans and reports.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficient MS Office skill set.
• Relevant experience on commercial transactions in the title industry.
• 3+ years of directly related experience including Project Management, Account Management, and Vendor Network Management.
• Demonstrated success establishing, leading and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong problem solving and organizational skills.
• Always maintain professionalism and a positive service attitude.
• Working knowledge of company and/or client operating systems.

This is a remote job opportunity.

Pay Range: $19.82 - $26.43 Hourly

This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location. 

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What We OfferBy choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it’s the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.

First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act).

First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant’s criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements.

Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.