Title Underwriter

Stanley Martin Homes•Fairfax, VA

3d•$88,000 - $100,500•Onsite

About The Position

First Excel Title is seeking a full-time Title Underwriter for one of its Virginia office locations. The company serves individuals, residential builders, and private real estate investors, with work spanning purchases, refinances, construction loans, and land acquisitions. The position prepares and reviews title commitments, evaluates insurance applications and risks, supports underwriting processes and staff, and works with customers and other departments to meet deadlines, satisfy title and lender requirements, and maintain regulatory compliance. The role requires substantial title underwriting experience, leadership experience, relevant state licensing and notary certification, and familiarity with Virginia and/or Maryland jurisdictions. The stated annual pay range is $88,000–$100,500.

Requirements

At least 8 years of title underwriting experience.
At least 1 year of management and leadership experience.
Title Producer license in Virginia, Maryland, or Washington, D.C.; required. North Carolina license is a plus.
Notary public certification in Virginia, Maryland, or Washington, D.C.; required.
Experience in Virginia and/or Maryland jurisdictions.
Knowledge of real estate guidelines, ALTA Best Practices, and RESA regulations.
Valid driver's license.
Excellent interpersonal skills for effective internal and external communication and business partnerships.
Proficiency with Outlook and ability to create Excel spreadsheets.
Basic computer systems knowledge and demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
Demonstrated data-entry skills.
Daily use of Qualia.

Nice To Haves

North Carolina Title Producer license.

Responsibilities

Prepare title commitments based on examination of title evidence and ensure they follow established underwriter guidelines.
Use escrow and title software to generate commitments and identify and clear title issues that automated systems may not handle.
Assist the Underwriting Manager with oversight of underwriting processes and alignment of policies and procedures with company goals.
Evaluate insurance applications, analyze risks, and decide whether to issue policies and set premiums.
Respond to customer inquiries about status, rate quotes, title defects, clearing exceptions, and general information.
Assist with training and guiding underwriting staff.
Analyze and provide guidance on real estate taxes for individual lots, new condominium units, large land tracts, and assemblages.
Meet department goals within provided timelines.
Ensure title and lender requirements have been satisfied.
Work with other departments to maintain customer satisfaction and regulatory compliance.
Stay current with underwriting regulations, trends, and best practices.
Support the underwriting team as needed.
Demonstrate ownership and direct accountability, resolve discrepancies promptly, and deliver work under pressure and to deadlines.
Work independently and collaboratively while maintaining strong organizational and multitasking skills.
Follow company safety standards and help promote a safe working environment.