About the role:

Royal Abstract is seeking an experienced National Title Officer & Underwriting Counsel to join our growing commercial title team. In this role, you will review analyze, and clear title for complex commercial real estate transactions across multiple jurisdictions while working closely with attorneys lenders, developers, underwriters, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful closings.

The ideal candidate is an experienced title professional with strong analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to navigate sophisticated title issues across a variety of transaction types. A law degree is welcome but not required.

Responsibilities:

•  Review title searches, commitments, surveys, and related documents for commercial real estate transactions nationwide

• Analyze title reports and identify defects, encumbrances, liens, easements, and other title issues requiring resolution

• Coordinate title clearance efforts with attorneys, lenders, developers, surveyors, underwriters, and other transaction participants

• Prepare and review title commitments, endorsements, and clearance requirements

• Evaluate underwriting risk and recommend practical solutions for complex title matters

• Collaborate with national title underwriters to facilitate timely and accurate closings

• Manage multiple commercial transactions simultaneously while ensuring deadlines and service expectations are met

• Provide exceptional customer service by communicating proactively with clients and internal partners throughout the transaction process

• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with company underwriting guidelines and industry best practices

• Assist in special project and other responsibilities as needed

Skills and Experience:

•  5+ years of commercial title experience, preferably involving multi-state or national transactions

• Strong understanding of commercial title insurance principles and title clearance processes  

•  Experience reviewing title commitments, surveys, and related real estate documents

• Ability to independently analyze and resolve complex title issues

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with client-focused approach

• Ability to prioritize multiple transactions in a fast-paced environment

• Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent education preferred but not required

• Existing relationships with commercial real estate attorneys, lenders, or underwriters are a plus

Pay Details:

Candidates should be comfortable with an on-site presence to support collaboration, team leadership, and cross-functional partnership.

Employee Benefits

We also offer our employees a comprehensive suite of benefits and perks, including:

• Physical Wellness: Comprehensive medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; fertility benefits; wellness resources; and paid sick time.

• Mental Wellness: Generous paid time off and holidays; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); and a complimentary Calm app subscription.

• Financial Wellness: Immediate vesting in a 401(k) plan; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; commuter benefits; and employee discount programs.

• Family Care: Paid maternity leave and paid paternity leave (including for adoptive parents); legal plan options; and pet insurance coverage.

• … and so much more!

This list is not exhaustive of all available benefits. Eligibility and waiting periods may apply to certain offerings. Benefits may vary based on subsidiary entity and geographic location.