Sr. Commercial Underwriting Counsel (Hybrid/Remote)
Company: First American
Location: Miami
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Who We Are Join 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 ten 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 Do Enable you to apply your
passion for law and risk analysis to real estate transactions. If
you excel in collaborating with others to assess possibilities and
discover solutions, it may be time to combine your analytical rigor
with a premier brand in the commercial real estate space. First
American is looking to add a Sr. Commercial Underwriting Counsel to
our growing team. 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.
*This role is open to hybrid work for local candidates and remote
for those outside the area* What You’ll Do: Provide underwriting
support, counsel, and authorization to company personnel and
customers related to the issuance of real estate title insurance
commitments and policies Utilize underwriting standards and
guidelines within delegated authority limits, to underwrite the
issuance of title insurance Provide guidance to company personnel
in the performance of real estate settlement services Issue
underwriting standards and guidelines in accordance with
established company processes What You’ll Bring: 5-7 years title
underwriting experience, commercial experience preferred Law Degree
required Licensed to practice law, in good standing Must be
familiar with real estate law, including federal and state
regulations Strong understanding of fundamental concepts, practices
and procedures of real estate title and settlement process Strong
analytical rigor and business acumen Strong negotiation skills and
ability to provide alternative solutions or convey unpopular
information with tact. Ability to collaborate and act decisively;
build relationships internally and externally Excellent listening,
verbal, and written communication skills Strong organizational
skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize and timely follow
up Abstract thinking and creative solutions Pay Range: $117,500.00
- $156,700.00 Annually 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 Offer By 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.
Keywords: First American, Fort Lauderdale , Sr. Commercial Underwriting Counsel (Hybrid/Remote), Legal , Miami, Florida
