Underwriter - CS (18-month Contract)

FCT • Oakville, ON

20h • CA$67,050 - CA$81,950 • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Commercial Underwriter, you will be responsible for providing title insurance policies to customers for their commercial real estate transactions. You will review transactional information and documents, discuss problems with customers, underwrite defects and issue policies. Technical knowledge of the practice of real estate law and an understanding of the mechanics of a real estate transaction is crucial.

Requirements

• 5 years' experience as a real estate law clerk in a law firm working on real estate files from open to close
• Professional and customer service focused, with excellent communication skills
• Strong analytical skills, ability to pay attention to detail while managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently as well as with a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft office

Nice To Haves

• Law Clerk designation preferred
• Title insurance experience an asset

Responsibilities

• Receive title insurance orders by phone, portal, online and email
• Review underlying documentation including title reports, searches, surveys and other related documents
• Underwrite and prepare title insurance policies
• Respond to customer inquiries with respect to policy coverage, underwriting, rates and procedures
• Provide superior customer service and maintain strong customer relationships

Benefits

• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Wellness Essentials
• Group retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid holidays
• Generous paid time off
• Hybrid work arrangements
• Paid volunteer opportunities
• Charitable donation matching
• Employee recognition programs
• Referral incentives
• Potential for performance-based incentives
• Opportunity to participate in our stock purchase plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed