Fidelity National Financial, Inc

Residential Underwriting Counsel

Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of residential real estate or underwriting experience
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail and accountability
  • Juris Doctor (JD) and active bar membership in good standing

Responsibilities

  • Provide timely guidance on residential title underwriting matters, including policy issuance and endorsements
  • Analyze and resolve title defects, curative requirements, and closing issues to facilitate efficient transactions
  • Review title commitments, surveys, and related documentation
  • Evaluate risk and provide underwriting decisions in accordance with company guidelines
  • Collaborate with agency partners, escrow staff, and internal underwriting teams on transaction matters
  • Assist in developing and delivering educational content, training, and seminars for agents and clients
  • Support implementation of underwriting best practices and promote consistency across operations

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Matching 401(k) plan
  • Matching employee stock purchase plan
  • Potential for bonus or commission eligibility
Full Job Description
Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and energetic attorney to join a fast-moving and highly responsive underwriting team. This individual will play a critical role in supporting residential real estate transactions by delivering timely, practical legal guidance to our agents, customers, and escrow personnel.

This opportunity is based in Nashville, Tennessee, and focuses on residential title underwriting.

The Role in Brief:

A successful Residential Underwriting Counsel provides practical, business-oriented legal advice in a fast-paced environment while contributing directly to transaction success. This role requires a strong foundation in residential real estate transactions, title review, and underwriting practices, along with the ability to effectively manage risk while supporting business growth.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide timely guidance on residential title underwriting matters, including policy issuance and endorsements
  • Analyze and resolve title defects, curative requirements, and closing issues to facilitate efficient transactions
  • Review title commitments, surveys, and related documentation
  • Evaluate risk and provide underwriting decisions in accordance with company guidelines
  • Collaborate with agency partners, escrow staff, and internal underwriting teams on transaction matters
  • Assist in developing and delivering educational content, training, and seminars for agents and clients
  • Support implementation of underwriting best practices and promote consistency across operations


Basic Qualifications
  • 3+ years of residential real estate or underwriting experience, with direct client or agent interaction
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail and accountability
  • Juris Doctor (JD) and active bar membership in good standing


COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

FNF, its affiliates, and subsidiaries carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, specialty, experience, and work location. The base salary (exempt) or hourly rate (non-exempt) is just one component of the total rewards package offered to our employees, including potential bonus or commission eligibility, insurance (medical/dental/vision/life/disability), matching 401(k) plan and matching employee stock purchase plan.

About Fidelity National Financial, Inc

Fidelity National Financial, Inc Careers

Join the dynamic team at Fidelity National Financial, Inc, a leader in the financial services industry, and propel your career to new heights with unparalleled job opportunities. As the largest provider of title insurance and transaction services to the real estate and mortgage industries, Fidelity National Financial, Inc offers a unique platform for professionals to enhance their skills and lead innovation in a thriving work environment.

Work You’ll Do

At Fidelity National Financial, Inc, you will engage in meaningful work that directly impacts our company and customers. Our team is committed to excellence and seeks to innovate and expand our extensive services. With a focus on digital transformation and customer satisfaction, your work here will redefine industry standards and elevate your professional capabilities.

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Whether you're seeking an entry-level position or a senior role, Fidelity National Financial, Inc provides a spectrum of career paths across various departments. From finance to customer service, technology to operations, explore where your skills and interests best fit within our company. We offer full-time positions, part-time roles, and internships that provide robust training and real-world experience.

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Join a culture of leadership and innovation where you can make a significant impact. Fidelity National Financial, Inc is not just a company; it's a place where you can shape the future of financial services. Our leadership is committed to fostering a culture of growth and learning, ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to succeed and innovate.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Fidelity National Financial, Inc, we believe diversity drives innovation. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where diverse voices are heard and valued. Our diversity training programs are designed to empower all employees, helping to foster an inclusive culture that celebrates diverse perspectives and promotes equality.

Benefits and Growth

We understand that the growth of our employees is integral to our success. Fidelity National Financial, Inc offers competitive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, as well as professional development opportunities that encourage our team to grow with the company. Networking events, leadership seminars, and career development workshops are just a few of the resources available to our employees.

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Ready to advance your career at Fidelity National Financial, Inc? Explore our current job opportunities and find the position that aligns with your career goals. Our hiring process is straightforward and respectful of your time, ensuring that from your initial application and resume submission to the interview and final selection, you feel valued and informed.

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Learn more about Fidelity National Financial, Inc
Size
28,290 employees
Market Cap
$10.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.4 billion
Founded
1847
5 Year Trend
+16.6%
Revenue
$10.7 billion
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