Underwriting Counsel NJ/PA - Westcor Land Title Insurance Company

https://www.ardaninc.com/california-employee-and-job-application-privacy-notice/ GENERAL PURPOSE: Provides underwriting support and authorization to company personnel, agents, and customer(s), related to the issuance of real estate title insurance commitments and policies. Utilizes underwriting standards and guidelines within delegated authority limits, to underwrite the issuance of title insurance. Provides guidance to company personnel in the performance of real estate settlement services. Issues underwriting standards and guidelines in accordance with established company processes. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Examine title orders within company guidelines to determine the conditions of the title and insurability by considering the effect of documents such as deeds, deeds of trust, mechanics liens, tax liens, judgments, assessments, probates and other matters of recordResearch respective title plant software, analyze and evaluate pertinent record documents for determination of ownership, legal descriptions, and any conjunction to titleExplain chain of title, exceptions, and requirements to customers and managersRecognize title defects and formulate curative solutionAssess risks and liabilities that may jeopardize the company, and bring these matters to the attention of the local title manager, state title manager or underwriter, as appropriate.Maintain proper production levels and delivery standards on a daily basisReview surveys prepared on properties, if applicableWork closely with the customer and escrow staff to meet time requirements for options, and assist with answering questionsPrepare an accurate and compressive title commitment in accordance with company examining and policy proceduresPerform other duties assigned by manager Required experience:5+ years title underwriting experienceMust be familiar with real estate lawStrong understanding of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of real estate title and settlement processGeneral knowledge of Federal and State regulations related to real estate title insurance and settlement servicesGeneral understanding of underwriting real estate transactions for the issuance of title insurance policiesAbility to collaborate and act decisivelyDetail orientedExcellent listening, verbal, and written communication skillsGood organizational skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize and timely follow upStrong negotiation skills Requires abstract thinking and creative solutions Reasoning Ability:Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Ardán offers some great perks:Health, dental, and vision benefitsEmployer-paid disability and life insuranceFlexible spending accounts401K with company matchPaid time off and company-paid holidaysWellness resources NOTE: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.