Commercial Title Insurance Underwriting Assistant

Old Republic Title•Chicago, IL

1d•$27 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

The Commercial Title Insurance Underwriting Assistant is responsible for coordinating commercial multi-site and multi-state refinance and sale transactions under the direct supervision of a Senior VP and Underwriting Counsel; for answering inquiries from customers and staff on pending transactions; and for maximum levels of customer satisfaction in the providing of title and closing services. This is an onsite position and requires in-office attendance 5 days per week in the Chicago, IL office.

Requirements

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
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook

Nice To Haves

Previous commercial title insurance experience preferred

Responsibilities

Assist underwriters and office manager with underwriting and closing transactions.
Issue proforma policies and final policies under the direction and supervision of the underwriter(s) and the Office Manager.
Coordinates with all customers to confirm all required documentation is provided prior to closing.
Maintains a close communication with examiner, underwriters making sure all files are ready to close.
Liaison between customers and offices preparing title work.
Record documents as needed.
Assist department with other administrative responsibilities.
Performs all other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Ability to work from 8:00am to 5:00pm Monday through Friday
Ability to manage and supervise assistant coordinators and support staff
Ability to prioritize, organize and handle multiple site projects and portfolios
Be responsible for the management of revenue
Must be personable, positive and a professional representative of the Company
Regular consistent attendance is required
Ability to accept supervision
Ability to foster, develop and maintain professional and collaborative working relationships.
Must be able to get along and interact with others.

Benefits

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