Fidelity National Financial, Inc

Senior Commercial Underwriting Counsel

Fidelity National Financial, Inc$125K — $150K *
Legal & Accounting
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
  • 15 years' experience in commercial title insurance underwriting or commercial real estate law
  • Deep understanding of title insurance policies and underwriting practices, preferably in Florida
  • Prior experience with high-liability or national commercial transactions
  • Strong analytical and risk assessment skills
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • Active Florida Bar membership preferred, or eligibility for Authorized House Counsel status

Responsibilities

  • Analyze and underwrite complex commercial transactions
  • Evaluate risk and determine insurability with appropriate requirements
  • Identify legal and title risks, developing insurable solutions
  • Serve as a primary contact for agents and escrow teams
  • Respond to high volumes of underwriting inquiries
  • Provide practical guidance on title and closing issues
  • Mentor junior underwriters and deliver training on underwriting best practices

Benefits

  • Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, and vision
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Matching 401(k) plan
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Potential bonus or commission eligibility
Full Job Description
POSITION OVERVIEW

Fidelity National Financial - Florida Agency's Underwriting Department is seeking a customer-service-focused Senior Commercial Underwriting Counsel for our Maitland, FL office. As a Senior Commercial Counsel, you will serve as a strategic legal and risk management partner on complex commercial real estate transactions, providing prompt, well-reasoned guidance across a high volume of underwriting matters. In this role, you will deliver high-level underwriting support to agents, examiners, and internal teams, helping to structure and insure transactions in alignment with company guidelines, applicable law, and sound underwriting principles. This position combines both advisory and decision-making responsibilities and requires deep expertise in commercial real estate, title insurance, and risk evaluation.

LOCATION

This role is onsite in our Maitland, FL office.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Analyze and underwrite complex commercial transactions, including multi-site and multi-state matters
  • Evaluate risk and determine insurability, including appropriate requirements, exceptions, and endorsements
  • Identify legal and title risks and develop practical, insurable solutions
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for agents, examiners, and escrow teams on commercial files
  • Respond to a high volume of underwriting inquiries via phone and email, often under tight deadlines
  • Provide clear, practical guidance on title and closing issues
  • Support resolution of underwriting issues impacting closings
  • Mentor junior underwriters, examiners, and agents
  • Develop and deliver training on underwriting topics, best practices, and emerging risks
  • Contribute to underwriting manuals, bulletins, and internal guidance materials
  • Build strong relationships with agents, attorneys, and internal stakeholders
  • Support business development by delivering underwriting solutions that facilitate transactions while protecting the company
  • Participate in client-facing discussions on complex deals when needed


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
  • At least 15 years' experience in commercial title insurance underwriting or commercial real estate law
  • Deep understanding of title insurance policies, endorsements, and underwriting practices, preferably in Florida
  • Prior experience with high-liability or national commercial transactions
  • Experience working with title agents, national accounts, or multi-state transactions
  • Demonstrated ability to present to groups and deliver clear, engaging webinars on complex topics
  • Proven ability to read, interpret, and analyze boundary, ALTA/NSPS, and construction surveys, depositions, and trials
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • Decisive and self-driven, with a strong focus on responsiveness and delivering practical, high-quality service to agents and internal partners
  • Active Florida Bar membership preferred; otherwise, must qualify for and obtain Authorized House Counsel status with the Florida Bar within 90 days of employment
  • Strong analytical and risk assessment skills with demonstrated ability to synthesize the full transactional picture and deliver solution-oriented guidance that facilitates. successful closings while appropriately managing risk
  • Demonstrated commitment to the role, including reliable availability during standard business hours
  • Collaborative and team-focused professional who fosters a positive, constructive work environment


KEY COMPETENCIES

  • Risk judgment: Ability to balance business objectives with sound underwriting discipline
  • Communication: Clear, confident, and practical guidance to agents and stakeholders
  • Problem-solving: Creative, solution-oriented approach to complex title issues
  • Leadership: Ability to mentor and influence others without direct authority
  • Responsiveness: Ability to manage high-volume inquiries with competing priorities promptly.


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.

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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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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.

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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.

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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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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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