Old Republic Title

Ohio Underwriting Counsel

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PayCompetitive
LocationRemote
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: R-3106
      CENTRAL TITLE DIVISION

      Job Description:

      The Ohio licensed attorney selected for this position will provide underwriting support and expertise to our teammates, agents, and customers, as it relates to the issuance of real estate title insurance commitments and policies. In this position, you will utilize underwriting standards and guidelines within authority limits to underwrite the issuance of title insurance and provide guidance in the performance of real estate settlement services. You will ensure that accountable decisions are taken at the right level of the company and that all parties are suitable informed about the level of legal risk in any given policy

      *Must be a licensed member of the bar in the State of Ohio

      *This is a hybrid-office position and attendance in one of our offices is required from time to time

      *You must have at least five (5) years of title insurance underwriting experience to be considered for the position

      *You must live in the Eastern Time Zone

      ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

      • Answer underwriting/legal questions for agents and staff

      • Respond to requests for large policy authorizations

      • Salvage, collection, and recoupment on claims and unremitted premiums

      • Assist in claims administration

      • Preparation of Agency Agreements and Amendments

      • Participation in CE and CLE programs for Agents and customers of Agents

      KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

      • Law Degree

      • Good standing status with the Ohio Supreme Court

      • Ohio Title Insurance License

      • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

      • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

      • Ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects

      • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

      PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS :

      • Ability to work with confidential information

      • Ability to perform under pressure and be flexible with disruptions throughout the workday

      • Repetitive and continual typing motion is required

      • Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting a majority of the time. Walking and standing are required, occasionally.

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      Benefits may include:

      • Comprehensive medical, prescriptions, dental and vision plans

      • 401(k) plan with a discretionary company match

      • Shareholder Purchase and Reinvestment Plan

      • Basic life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance premium paid by the company

      • Voluntary supplemental life insurance for employees, spouses and dependent children

      • Fertility and Family Building Benefits

      • Paid Disability benefits

      • Paid time off programs

      • 11 Company paid holidays per year

      • Flexible spending account

      • Health savings account (available to High Deductible Health Plan participants only)

      • Employee Assistance Program

      • Educational Assistance Program

      • Voluntary benefits, such as Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and Accident Insurance

      • Title insurance policies and certain escrow services for the employee’s primary personal residence at no charge

      • Transportation benefit plan for mass transit, parking and vanpool, in several markets

      Note: If you currently are employed by Old Republic Title (or one of its wholly owned affiliated companies) please get in touch with your human resources representative regarding the application process.

      For California applicants, please click the following link to view our CCPA Applicant Notice

      Old Republic Title is an Equal Opportunity Employer

  • About the company

      Old Republic Title provides title insurance and settlement services for Title Agents, Real Estate Professionals, Lenders, Homeowners and Commercial Transactions. Check out our sustainability report.