Legal Counsel, Underwriting

4 months ago

Mississauga, Canada FNF Canada Full time

For over 70 years, Chicago Title has proudly provided security for Canada’s real estate transactions. When it comes to peace of mind, no detail is too small to overlook. From offering better value than anywhere else, and unmatched customer care, we will safeguard the real estate industry, one property at a time. Owned by Fidelity National Financial, North America’s largest title insurer, we are an industry leader in title insurance solutions, customer service, and real estate technology. Our focused, Canadian-based organization lets us respond quickly to our clients’ needs. We’re not just in the title insurance business, we’re in the client success business. We put the customer first, listening carefully to hear your unique needs and provide creative solutions. We strive for results, providing world-class products and services while continually innovating to improve what we offer. We never rest, nurturing our workforce to be the top tier in the industry, letting our clients experience peace of mind.

Reporting to Vice President, National Underwriting

Duties and responsibilities:

- Review files for accuracy and quality control
- Assist Underwriters in the analysis of difficult or complicated files - review and analyze title opinions, off title
- Review Private Lender files.
- Communicate with lawyers and law clerks to explain coverages/answering the more challenging inquiries.
- Legal Research Projects - whenever there is a need for legal research, perform research (often national in scope)
- Draft memo/chart outlining findings; oversee student in this work (when available)
- Participate in the development of guidelines and procedures.
- Develop and update Continuing Professional Development presentations.
- Attend real estate and title insurance industry functions.

Qualifications:

- Law Degree and a member of the Law Society of Ontario
- Residential real estate experience (Min. 2 years)
- Commercial real estate experiences an asset
- Understanding of real estate conveyancing and real estate law
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Team player who works well under pressure with mínimal supervision
- Proven Ability to develop working relationships at multiple levels of an organization.
- Ability to be self-directed and motivated.
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and Project).
- Willing to work overtime when require.
- French is an asset.

As an employee of Chicago Title, you will have the satisfaction of working in a progressive and diverse organization. Together, we are a cohesive unit working towards one common purpose. We encourage a positive team based atmosphere where every employee knows their efforts are making a difference. With a transparent business approach, every employee is aware of the direction of the company and accepts accountability for their actions.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program
- Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Mississauga, ON L5T 2X9

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