Underwriting Counsel
Stewart Title•Waltham, MA
•$130,588 - $217,647•Onsite
About The Position
Provide underwriting expertise and support to agents, customers, and company personnel, related to the issuance title insurance commitments and policies. Utilize underwriting standards and guidelines within delegated authority limits and make appropriate risk analysis to underwrite the issuance of title insurance in a wide array of real estate transactions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical underwriting judgment, clear communication skills, and a collaborative mindset. This is an on-site position in Waltham, Massachusetts.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) is required
- Typically requires 2+ years of related work experience
- Admission to Massachusetts Bar
Responsibilities
- Review, analyze, and evaluate title searches, surveys, and insurance risk factors relative to the issuance of title insurance for real estate transactions.
- Responsible for evaluating risk and exposures to determine acceptability of business.
- Provide high-level support to agents and approved attorneys ensuring accurate and appropriate commitments, pro forma policies, and final title policies are issued.
- Clearly explain underwriting requirements, exceptions, and risk considerations to internal and external customers in a straightforward manner.
- Serve as a subject-matter expert on title insurance and related law in Massachusetts.
- Determines premiums, terms and conditions based established rules, rates, and guidelines.
- Individual contributor working with direct oversight.
- Perform all other duties as assigned by management.
Benefits
- variety of health and wellness insurance options and programs
- paid time off
- 401(k) with company match
- employee stock purchase program
- employee discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
