Collateral Risk Policy Business Lead, Title Insurance

Freddie Mac

21h • $137,000 - $205,000

About The Position

At Freddie Mac, our mission of Making Home Possible is what motivates us, and it’s at the core of everything we do. Since our charter in 1970, we have made home possible for more than 90 million families across the country. Continue your career journey where your work contributes to a greater purpose. Position Overview: Are you a title insurance professional with deep expertise in title underwriting, curative title work or residential real estate law? If you want to make an impact in the U.S. housing industry at a mission-oriented institution and leader in the housing finance market, come join our Single-Family team! Apply now to learn about our excellent benefits and why there's #moreatfreddiemac! Our Impact: Single Family’s Collateral Risk Team is responsible for developing innovative collateral offerings, risk assessments and policies by collaborating with industry leaders and across the Freddie Mac enterprise. We support of our mission which serves America's homebuyers, homeowners, and renters by equitably providing liquidity, stability and affordability to the housing market. Your Impact: Identifying, monitoring, and managing risks associated with clear title for properties securing Freddie Mac loans Performing research and supporting development of new or revised offerings and related policies aimed to assess title risk Working on policies and projects engaging multiple partners across Freddie Mac and the industry to identify, develop and implement solutions to complex issues pertaining to clear title Staying abreast of changes, opportunities, and emerging risks related to title underwriting Collaborating with external stakeholders including, but not limited to: Mortgage Lenders American Land Title Association (ALTA) Insurer rating companies such as AM Best Company, S&P Global National Association of Insurance Commissioners Venders who provide Title Insurance and Settlement Services to Freddie Mac Sellers

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience and typically has 8+ years of experience in title underwriting, curative title work, or real estate law
• Extensive knowledge of residential real estate transactions, escrow procedures, and closing practices
• Familiarity with Government Sponsored Enterprises (GSE) title insurance requirements
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of real estate financing, including conventional, FHA, VA, and private lending
• Strong legal analysis and problem-solving abilities to assess title risks and determine insurability
• Stay current on policies and regulations that may affect the title and settlement services industry and be comfortable with transition and change
• Expertise in ALTA (American Land Title Association) policies, endorsements, and best practices
• Familiarity with state and federal regulations affecting title insurance (e.g., RESPA, CFPB rules)
• Ability to effectively and independently manage multiple projects concurrently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills capable of succinctly presenting complex subject matter
• Ability to facilitate group discussions and build relationships inside and outside Freddie Mac
• Proven experience operating at high standards of quality and accuracy within a fast-paced changing environment

Responsibilities

• Identifying, monitoring, and managing risks associated with clear title for properties securing Freddie Mac loans
• Performing research and supporting development of new or revised offerings and related policies aimed to assess title risk
• Working on policies and projects engaging multiple partners across Freddie Mac and the industry to identify, develop and implement solutions to complex issues pertaining to clear title
• Staying abreast of changes, opportunities, and emerging risks related to title underwriting
• Collaborating with external stakeholders including, but not limited to: Mortgage Lenders American Land Title Association (ALTA) Insurer rating companies such as AM Best Company, S&P Global National Association of Insurance Commissioners Venders who provide Title Insurance and Settlement Services to Freddie Mac Sellers

Benefits

• Freddie Mac offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and market-leading benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.
• This position has an annualized market-based salary range of $137,000 - $205,000 and is eligible to participate in the annual incentive program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees