Who We AreJoin a team that puts its People First! As a member of First American's family of companies, National Commercial Services provides single-point service for simple to multi-property/multi-state national commercial real estate transactions. Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for nine consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.
What We DoFirst American is looking to add an Underwriting Assistant to our growing team. In this role you will work in a dynamic, fast-paced setting providing support and assistance to assigned underwriters. This would include creating settlement statements and proofreading title policies. This position plays a key role in transforming the commercial real estate experience by empowering our employees and customers to deliver next-generation solutions and results.
HOW YOU’LL CONTRIBUTE
- Creating and proofreading of title policies, invoicing, revisions to our commitment and performance using company software and survey readings
- Preparing correspondence as it relates back to title reports/commitments.
- Track customer service requests and frequent phone and e-mail correspondence with both the local office and clients.
- Efficiently organize and prioritize day to day routine tasks utilizing offshore resources to assist in more clerical tasks.
- Knowledge of when to order additional searches, request additional documents as needed by local jurisdiction or practices
- Check requests/Agent splits of premium
- Follow-up on recorded documents and policies using offshore as needed
- Survey & PZR requests and follow-up
- Create and maintain lien charts for portfolios
- Refund of overages
- Work with underwriter on clearing Trial Balance regularly
- Other duties as assigned
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
- Bachelor's Degree preferred
- 1-3 years of clerical or administrative experience preferred
- Proficient in MS Office
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate and act decisively
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail as well as ability to independently multi-task and prioritize daily work
- Proven excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize with timely follow up
- Utilizes technology as needed
Pay Range: $24.87-$33.15 hourly
This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.
What We OfferBy choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it’s the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.
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What We Do
First American provides financial services through its Title Insurance and Services segment and its Specialty Insurance segment. The First American Family of Companies’ core business lines include title insurance and closing/settlement services; title plant management services; title and other real property records and images; valuation products and services; home warranty products; property and casualty insurance; and banking, trust, and investment advisory services.
First American Title Insurance Company provides comprehensive title insurance protection and professional settlement services for homebuyers and sellers, real estate agents and brokers, mortgage lenders, commercial property professionals, homebuilders and developers, title agencies and legal professionals to facilitate real estate purchases, construction, refinances or equity loans.
First American's thorough title searches, title clearance and title insurance policies help to produce clear property titles and enable the efficient transfer of real estate.
As one of the largest title insurance companies in the nation, First American offers title insurance and settlement services through its direct operations and an extensive network of agents throughout the United States and internationally.
First American Title Insurance Company traces its history to 1889 and is the largest subsidiary of First American Financial Corporation (NYSE: FAF).
