Title Analyst

Apex Clean Energy•Charlottesville, VA

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About The Position

Apex Clean Energy is seeking a Title Analyst to support title and survey analysis for utility-scale renewable energy projects throughout their development, financing, construction, and operation. The role is part of the Title Team within the Land Management Team, which handles title and survey matters across Apex’s land base of more than 1 million acres. The analyst will order and review title commitments, perform title curative work, review ALTA surveys, and help obtain title insurance policies. The position requires a thorough understanding of deeds, easements, leases, chain of title, title commitments and endorsements, and ALTA surveys, along with the ability to investigate and resolve complex ownership and encumbrance issues. The successful candidate will contribute to a fast-paced, detail-oriented closing environment and work with internal stakeholders, external parties, land team members, and real estate attorneys. The role also includes researching deeds, analyzing county tax parcel and GIS data, maintaining land database information, and handling administrative tasks. The position is based in a university city; working from headquarters is preferred, with remote and hybrid options also considered. The work is primarily conducted during traditional office hours in an indoor office environment, with flexible hours when duties and business operations permit. Travel may involve working outdoors in noisy, fast-paced conditions and inclement weather. Apex describes opportunities for professional growth through hands-on experience, onboarding, development programs, and mentorship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field.
Title, survey, contract, and/or real estate paralegal experience.
Ability to understand legal descriptions, including Public Land Survey System (PLSS) and metes and bounds descriptions.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize work assignments and projects.
Ability to collaborate with peers, clients, and managers to align with business needs and meet assigned goals.
Strong problem-solving skills, an inquisitive mind, and willingness to ask questions.
Superior attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines.
High accountability for personal work responsibilities and meeting team goals.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment where trust, respect, and sharing the workload are important.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook, and ability to use a variety of technologies to streamline workflow.

Nice To Haves

Experience with oil, gas, and mineral title.
Experience with oil and gas, mineral severances, and mineral ownership reports.

Responsibilities

Order, review, and process title insurance commitments; draft and record title curative documents; and review ALTA surveys.
Edit title proformas, prepare legal exhibits, and draft curative and other documents related to project financing.
Track the status of title work and report information needed to obtain title insurance policies for project financing to internal and external parties.
Research deeds, analyze county tax parcel and GIS data, and maintain land database information related to title documents and other agreements.
Support the land team and real estate attorneys with a variety of real estate-related tasks.
Perform administrative functions, including occasional landowner mailings, scanning, e-recording, and support for mass project mail campaigns.

Benefits

Medical and dental benefits.
Comprehensive high-deductible health plans.
Dental and vision insurance plans.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Group life insurance.
401(k) with corporate matching.
Flexible spending arrangements.
Company-paid parking and cell phone.
Fitness and wellness corporate discounts.
Base salary and bonus commensurate with experience.
Responsible Paid Time Off and standard company holidays.
Professional development opportunities, including on-the-job learning, hands-on experience, onboarding, formal development programs, and mentorship.
Opportunities to volunteer and give back to local communities.