Commercial Examiners - Employee Referral
Company Summary
First American (India) is a GCC (Global Capability Center) of the First American Financial Corporation (NYSE: FAF) family of companies. FAI is a proud member of the FORTUNE 500 companies and has been amongst the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for eight consecutive years. First American Financial Corporation provides comprehensive title insurance, closing/settlement, property data and technology solutions. First American (India) creates quality solutions for its customers by combining software, back office, and knowledge processing operations to fulfill First American's business requirements. Our priorities are our employees, customers, and shareholders - in that order. First American (India) has been ranked amongst India's Best Companies To Work For™ 2023: Listed amongst the Top 100 by Great Place To Work® India, FAI is also certified Best Workplaces for Women and Workplace with Inclusive Practices. First American Title through Production Services helps homebuyers and sellers, real estate agents and brokers, mortgage lenders, commercial property professionals, homebuilders and developers, title agencies and legal professionals close transactions.
Job Summary
Title Examination
- Conduct detailed and comprehensive examinations of commercial property records, including deeds, easements, liens, general index, tax records, plat examining, and related documents.
- Review and validate chain of title, legal descriptions (well versed with all types of legal descriptions), surveys, and other instruments to produce accurate title commitments.
- Analyze complex, multi-parcel, multi-site, or specialized commercial transactions with a high degree of competency and independence.
- Apply First American underwriting guidelines consistently to ensure quality and risk mitigation.
- 3+ years of title examination experience, with significant exposure to Full Search (Minimum 30 Years Search Standard) transactions preferred.
- Commercial real estate or legal experience and familiarity with multi-state transactions are highly beneficial.
Specialty & Niche Expertise
- Support specialized commercial segments such as hospitality, industrial, multifamily, office, retail, renewable energy, telecommunications, or utility infrastructure.
- Provide examination insights for complex developments requiring ALTA/NSPS survey coordination, special endorsements, or unique risk analysis.
- Serve as a resource for team members seeking guidance on high-complexity or unique title matters.
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to understanding and meeting the expectations of commercial clients, attorneys, lenders, brokers, and internal partners.
- Provide clear, timely communication and guidance regarding title findings, special requirements, or potential issues.
- Anticipate client needs and adapt examination efforts to unique or niche commercial property types.
- Uphold First American’s reputation for professionalism, service excellence, and customer-centric problem solving.
Expertise
- Strong understanding of real estate law, commercial title insurance, ALTA standards, and underwriting principles.
- Exceptional analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
- High attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve complex title issues.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with title examination systems, county records platforms, and proprietary First American software.
Educational Qualification
Minimum of 15 years of formal education – Graduate
FAI is committed to create an environment that respects, supports and inspires all individuals. We do not discriminate on the basis of color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation and age. At FAI, we celebrate diversity and believe that an inclusive workforce benefits employees, the organization and our community. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information about our company and dedication to putting People First, check out https://firstam.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/faicareers.