Sr. Commercial Underwriting Counsel (Hybrid)

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Tampa, FL, USA
Hybrid
118K-157K Annually
Senior level
Insurance • Real Estate
The Role
Provide underwriting counsel and authorization for commercial real estate title insurance commitments and policies. Evaluate risks within delegated authority, ensure compliance with policies and regulations, support underwriting operations, advise internal teams on settlement and transaction matters, and promote process consistency.
Summary Generated by Built In
Who We AreJoin a team that puts its People First! As a member of First American's family of companies, National Commercial Services provides single-point service for simple to multi-property/multi-state national commercial real estate transactions. 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 eleven 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 DoEnable you to apply your passion for law and risk analysis to real estate transactions. If you excel in collaborating with others to assess possibilities and discover solutions, it may be time to combine your analytical rigor with a premier brand in the commercial real estate space. First American is looking to add an Sr. Commercial Underwriting Counsel to our growing team.
This position plays a key role in transforming commercial real estate experience by empowering our employees and customers to deliver next-generation solutions and results. 

What You’ll Do:

  • Provide underwriting support, counsel, and authorization to company personnel, agents, and customers related to the issuance of real estate title insurance commitments and policies
  • Utilize underwriting standards and guidelines within delegated authority to evaluate and approve title insurance risks
  • Serve as a resource to internal teams by providing guidance on real estate settlement services and transaction-related matters
  • Ensure underwriting practices align with established company processes, policies, and regulatory requirements
  • Support day-to-day underwriting operations and contribute to process consistency and risk mitigation

What You’ll Bring:

  • Law Degree required; admitted to practice law and in good standing in the state of employment
  • 8-10 years of title underwriting experience, commercial preferred 
  • Familiarity with real estate law, including applicable federal and state regulations
  • Working knowledge of title insurance concepts, settlement processes, and underwriting practices
  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to assess risk and make sound decisions
  • Ability to collaborate effectively and act decisively in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong negotiation skills and the ability to communicate clearly and professionally
  • Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and follow up in a timely manner

Pay Range: $117,500.00 - $156,700.00 Annually
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.
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 is inclusive for all employees - not just because it's the right thing to do, but 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.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.

Skills Required

  • Law degree
  • Admission to practice law and in good standing in state of employment
  • 8-10 years of title underwriting experience
  • Commercial underwriting experience
  • Familiarity with real estate law including applicable federal and state regulations
  • Working knowledge of title insurance concepts, settlement processes, and underwriting practices
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to assess risk
  • Ability to collaborate effectively and act decisively in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong negotiation skills
  • Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and follow up timely

First American Title Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about First American Title and has not been reviewed or approved by First American Title.

  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage includes medical, dental, vision, telehealth, and healthcare advocacy services, and is often described as a strong point. Low‑cost options in some cases help overall compensation feel more reasonable.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) savings plan with a company match is part of the package. This retirement support is highlighted as helping to offset base‑pay concerns in several roles.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility An employee stock purchase plan is available and viewed favorably. Access to discounted equity contributes to the perceived competitiveness of total rewards.

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The Company
HQ: Santa Ana, CA
13,104 Employees
Year Founded: 1889

What We Do

First American provides financial services through its Title Insurance and Services segment and its Specialty Insurance segment. The First American Family of Companies’ core business lines include title insurance and closing/settlement services; title plant management services; title and other real property records and images; valuation products and services; home warranty products; property and casualty insurance; and banking, trust, and investment advisory services. First American Title Insurance Company provides comprehensive title insurance protection and professional settlement services for homebuyers and sellers, real estate agents and brokers, mortgage lenders, commercial property professionals, homebuilders and developers, title agencies and legal professionals to facilitate real estate purchases, construction, refinances or equity loans. First American's thorough title searches, title clearance and title insurance policies help to produce clear property titles and enable the efficient transfer of real estate. As one of the largest title insurance companies in the nation, First American offers title insurance and settlement services through its direct operations and an extensive network of agents throughout the United States and internationally. First American Title Insurance Company traces its history to 1889 and is the largest subsidiary of First American Financial Corporation (NYSE: FAF).

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