Job Description:
The Ohio licensed attorney selected for this position will provide underwriting support and expertise to our teammates, agents, and customers, as it relates to the issuance of real estate title insurance commitments and policies. In this position, you will utilize underwriting standards and guidelines within authority limits to underwrite the issuance of title insurance and provide guidance in the performance of real estate settlement services. You will ensure that accountable decisions are taken at the right level of the company and that all parties are suitable informed about the level of legal risk in any given policy
*Must be a licensed member of the bar in the State of Ohio
*This is a hybrid-office position and attendance in one of our offices is required for a minimum three days per week.
*You must have at least three (3) years of title insurance underwriting experience to be considered for the position
*You must live in the Eastern Time Zone
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Answer underwriting/legal questions for agents and staff
Respond to requests for large policy authorizations
Assist in claims administration
Preparation of Agency Agreements and Amendments
Participation in CE and CLE programs for Agents and customers of Agents
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Law Degree
Good standing status with the Ohio Supreme Court
Ohio Title Insurance License
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS:
Ability to work with confidential information
Ability to perform under pressure and be flexible with disruptions throughout the workday
Repetitive and continual typing motion is required
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting a majority of the time. Walking and standing are required, occasionally.
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Benefits may include:
Comprehensive medical, prescriptions, dental and vision plans
401(k) plan with a discretionary company match
Shareholder Purchase and Reinvestment Plan
Basic life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance premium paid by the company
Voluntary supplemental life insurance for employees, spouses and dependent children
Fertility and Family Building Benefits
Paid Disability benefits
Paid time off programs
11 Company paid holidays per year
Flexible spending account
Health savings account (available to High Deductible Health Plan participants only)
Employee Assistance Program
Educational Assistance Program
Voluntary benefits, such as Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and Accident Insurance
Title insurance policies and certain escrow services for the employee’s primary personal residence at no charge
Transportation benefit plan for mass transit, parking and vanpool, in several markets
Note: If you currently are employed by Old Republic Title (or one of its wholly owned affiliated companies) please get in touch with your human resources representative regarding the application process.
For California applicants, please click the following link to view our CCPA Applicant NoticeOld Republic Title is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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What We Do
Old Republic Title is one of the largest title insurance groups* in the United States. We operate through a national network of Company-owned offices, affiliates, authorized agents and approved attorneys, which allows us to service our customers in both large and small markets across the country. *Members of the Group are: Old Republic National Title Insurance Company and American Guaranty Title Insurance Company. OUR MISSION Our Mission is to provide quality insurance security and related services to businesses, individuals and public institutions, and be a dependable long-term steward of the trust that policyholders and other important stakeholders place in us.
