FLSA Status: Exempt

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Read and examine search notes, other title products, and additional information against commitments to determine insurability

• Review and examine plats and legal descriptions against information provided by clients

• Review court judgment searches and determines if they attach to the property

• Review corporate authority documentation

• Enter data into the title database, generate the necessary documentation, and email clients

• Complete the real estate closing process ensuring compliance with real estate contracts, lender instructions, title requirements, company requirements, and other written instructions

• Collaborate with the escrow department to resolve title issues (e.g., legal descriptions, easements, lot splits, vesting, tax liens, abstracts of judgments, bankruptcies, boundary disputes, encroachments, and list pendants)

• Read, examine, and prepare update reports upon request

• Examine and prepare all matters and coverage related to surveys

• Work with clients and underwriters to finalize policy coverage as requested by the parties

• Provide support to the Escrow team and serve as the primary point of contact for underwriting questions

• Review industry publications to remain knowledgeable of changes in laws and practices affecting the issuance of title policies

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Familiarity with all relevant documents produced in preparation for the closing transaction

• Punctual, responsive, reliable and responsible

• Able to work with minimal supervision in an independent environment

• Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)

• A high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential information

• Strong organizational skills to handle multiple projects, files and responsibilities

• Demonstrated attention to detail and a focus on accuracy of information

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree required. JD degree highly preferred.

• 5+ years of previous experience with commercial real estate transactions and title products is required.

This position description is intended to be dynamic and subject to change. Position requirements and essential functions may be altered from time to time based upon the needs of the organization and department. This position may be required to execute special projects or other related duties on occasion.