Underwriter / Clearance Officer Reports to: Legal Manager Department: Legal POSITION SUMMARY The Underwriter / Clearance Officer provides expert underwriting guidance to clients and internal teams, drives title clearance, and resolves complex title insurance matters while delivering a high level of customer service. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Evaluate the company's ability to insure transactions; assess risk and determine insurability. • Analyze files for clearance and provide a detailed review of the preliminary title report, confirming all required documentation is in place. • Work with clients and internal teams to obtain the clearance needed for transactions to proceed to closing. • Review entity, trust, and estate documents and payoff letters for compliance and accuracy for title purposes. • Assist clients with uninsured matters, including municipal searches, and provide guidance to resolve issues. • Prepare closing affidavits that meet title insurance standards. • Obtain high-liability approvals and ensure all policy language and endorsements meet company guidelines. • Review closing documents for proper language, recitations, and exhibits; submit FinCEN paperwork as required. • Oversee delivery of closing documents and checks for remote or partial closings, coordinating with all relevant parties. • Resolve post-closing issues in collaboration with Escrow and Recording. • Partner with Recording and Escrow on document formatting, recording issues, and wire confirmations. • Guide internal teams through complex title and non-title issues. • Mentor colleagues across departments on clearance and title insurance procedures. • Build and maintain strong client relationships and resolve title-related concerns. • Stay current on changes to laws, regulations, and best practices in the title insurance industry. QUALIFICATIONS • 2–4 years of title insurance or related legal experience. • College degree preferred. • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and title insurance software; quick to learn new systems. • Proven ability to deliver excellent customer service and resolve complex title issues. • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and delegate as needed. CORE COMPETENCIES • Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in document review and underwriting. • Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills and creative solutions for complex title issues. • Collaboration: Works well with cross-functional teams to keep operations moving. • Adaptability: Flexible and responsive to shifting priorities and new technology. • Customer Focus: Committed to serving both internal and external clients. • Integrity: Professional, confidential, and ethical in all dealings. JOB ID: 181127 #post Chance Prescott