Virginia Senior Underwriting Counsel

Location: Midlothian, Virginia, USA

Salary: $129,300–$172,300 annually

Company

A long-established title insurance and real estate settlement services provider with an inclusive, people-first workplace culture.

What you will do

• Provide underwriting support, legal counsel, and authorization for real estate title insurance commitments and policies.
• Underwrite title insurance issuance within delegated authority limits and established standards.
• Advise personnel on real estate settlement services and communicate underwriting guidance to the team.
• Develop and issue underwriting standards and guidelines in accordance with company processes.
• Support agents and customers with title insurance and settlement-related questions.

Requirements

• Law degree required.
• Admitted and licensed to practice law in the state of employment, in good standing.
• 8–10 years of title underwriting experience, including Virginia title underwriting experience.
• Strong knowledge of real estate law, title insurance, settlement processes, and applicable federal and state regulations.
• Ability to analyze complex issues, make sound decisions, negotiate, collaborate, and communicate clearly.
• Strong organization, attention to detail, prioritization, and relationship-building skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive workplace focused on employee support, individuality, and professional growth.
• Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k), paid time off, paid sick leave, and an employee stock purchase plan may be available based on eligibility.
• Equal opportunity employment environment.