Commercial Underwriter (Hybrid/Remote Possible)
Company: First American
Location: Seattle
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Who We Are Join a team that puts its People First! As a member
of First American's family of companies, National Commercial
Services provides single-point service for simple to
multi-property/multi-state national commercial real estate
transactions. Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an
unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what
they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an
environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be
innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive,
people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades,
including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work
For® list for ten consecutive years. We have also earned awards as
a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ employees, and
have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work
lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to
work, for all. For more information, please visit
www.careers.firstam.com. What We Do Provides underwriting support
and expertise to company personnel, agents, and customer(s),
related to the issuance of real estate title insurance commitments
and policies. Utilizes underwriting standards and guidelines within
delegated authority limits, to underwrite the issuance of title
insurance and provide guidance in the performance of real estate
settlement services. What You'll Do Provides underwriting support,
counsel, and authorization to company personnel, agents, and
customer(s), related to the issuance of real estate title insurance
commitments and policies. Utilizes underwriting standards and
guidelines within delegated authority limits, to underwrite the
issuance of title insurance. Provides guidance to company personnel
in the performance of real estate settlement services. Issues
underwriting standards and guidelines in accordance with
established company processes. Other duties as assigned For local
applicants, this role is Hybrid in the Seattle, WA National
Commercial Services office. For out of area applicants, this role
is open to remote. What You'll Bring Required Education,
Experience, Certification/Licensure High School Diploma required;
bachelor’s degree preferred. 5-7 years title underwriting
experience. Must be familiar with real estate law. Strong
understanding of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of
real estate title and settlement process. General knowledge of
Federal and State regulations related to real estate title
insurance and settlement services. General understanding of
underwriting real estate transactions for the issuance of title
insurance policies. Ability to collaborate and act decisively.
Detail oriented. Excellent listening, verbal, and written
communication skills. Good organizational skills, able to
multi-task, prioritize, and follow up in a timely manner. Strong
negotiation skills. Requires abstract thinking and creative
solutions. Pay Range: $106,600.00 - $142,200.00 Annually This
hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for
this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of
factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills,
experience, business requirements and geographic location. What We
Offer By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace
it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture
celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s
the right thing to do, but also because it’s the key to our
success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive
workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your
entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity
employer in every sense of the term. Based on eligibility, First
American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical,
dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits
like an employee stock purchase plan.
Keywords: First American, Olympia , Commercial Underwriter (Hybrid/Remote Possible), Legal , Seattle, Washington
