Counsel - Underwriting Western Canada
We are the Canadian Division of Stewart Title Guaranty Company, a leading provider of residential and commercial title insurance. As one of the largest title insurers in the world, Stewart Title specializes in providing our clients with exceptional service, deep expertise and innovative solutions to help close their real estate transactions with peace of mind.
Job Description
Job Summary
A Counsel- Underwriting with our Western Canada Underwriting department is responsible for reviewing and handling underwriting issues and making approval decisions for residential and commercial transactions. This is a remote position. Work hours 9:30am to 6:00pm MST
Job Responsibilities
Evaluate underwriting concerns and make approval decisions for both residential and commercial transactions that require underwriting review
Review title and off-title searches and identify underwriting requirements, including but not limited to, drafting custom underwriting clauses as necessary
Professionally and efficiently attend to customer and internal inquiries, questions and problems.
Conduct research on real estate matters, when required or requested
Other duties as required or assigned
Qualifications
Lawyer or Senior Law Clerk or equivalent
Minimum 3 years real estate law firm/transaction experience or equivalent
Demonstrate a strong proficiency in reviewing title searches
A solid understanding of the real estate process, title issues and their resolutions
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to problem-solve and work independently in an efficient and effective manner
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines
Ability to work well in a team as well as independently as required
Proficiency with the Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word and Excel)
Salary Range - $90,000 to $100,000 annually
Please note that salaries are dependent on various matrix including experience, education, skills etc
Stewart Title is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any aspect of the application process, please let us know. We can be reached by:
Email (
[email protected]
)
Telephone: 416.307.3300 (please ask to speak to a Human Resources representative)
Mail: 200 Bay Street, North Tower, Suite 2600, Toronto, ON M5J 2J2
Fax: 416.981.7214
Privacy
Your privacy is important to us. We consider and define Personal Information as any data relating to an individual, whether it relates to his or her private, professional or public life. It can be anything from a name, a photo, an email address, bank details or posts on social media. We only collect, store, use and disclose Personal Information from prospective and current employees for legitimate employment, legal, and business purposes. You can learn more about how we handle and process your personal information in relation to our recruitment process by making a request to our Human Resources department.
Apply Now
Job Description
Job Summary
A Counsel- Underwriting with our Western Canada Underwriting department is responsible for reviewing and handling underwriting issues and making approval decisions for residential and commercial transactions. This is a remote position. Work hours 9:30am to 6:00pm MST
Job Responsibilities
Evaluate underwriting concerns and make approval decisions for both residential and commercial transactions that require underwriting review
Review title and off-title searches and identify underwriting requirements, including but not limited to, drafting custom underwriting clauses as necessary
Professionally and efficiently attend to customer and internal inquiries, questions and problems.
Conduct research on real estate matters, when required or requested
Other duties as required or assigned
Qualifications
Lawyer or Senior Law Clerk or equivalent
Minimum 3 years real estate law firm/transaction experience or equivalent
Demonstrate a strong proficiency in reviewing title searches
A solid understanding of the real estate process, title issues and their resolutions
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to problem-solve and work independently in an efficient and effective manner
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines
Ability to work well in a team as well as independently as required
Proficiency with the Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word and Excel)
Salary Range - $90,000 to $100,000 annually
Please note that salaries are dependent on various matrix including experience, education, skills etc
Stewart Title is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any aspect of the application process, please let us know. We can be reached by:
Email (
[email protected]
)
Telephone: 416.307.3300 (please ask to speak to a Human Resources representative)
Mail: 200 Bay Street, North Tower, Suite 2600, Toronto, ON M5J 2J2
Fax: 416.981.7214
Privacy
Your privacy is important to us. We consider and define Personal Information as any data relating to an individual, whether it relates to his or her private, professional or public life. It can be anything from a name, a photo, an email address, bank details or posts on social media. We only collect, store, use and disclose Personal Information from prospective and current employees for legitimate employment, legal, and business purposes. You can learn more about how we handle and process your personal information in relation to our recruitment process by making a request to our Human Resources department.
Apply Now