Underwriting Counsel

Stewart
  • Boston, Washington
  • Autofill and Review
2 days ago

Job Description

At Stewart, we believe great companies are built by great people. That’s why we’re committed to creating an environment where talented professionals can do their best work, grow their careers and make a meaningful impact.

 

Our commitment to our people and workplace continues to earn national recognition. Stewart has been named one of Forbes America’s Best Large Employers 2026, a 2026 Real Estate Top Workplaces winner, and one of Forbes America’s Best Employers for Women for the third consecutive year.

 

When you join Stewart, you’re joining a company that invests in your success. We provide opportunities to develop your skills, expand your expertise and take ownership of your career journey. Because when our people grow, Stewart grows.

 

Our focus is on smart, sustainable growth – bringing together exceptional talent, investing in the tools and resources our teams need to succeed, and creating a workplace where people want to build their careers. We are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that reflects the customers and communities we serve, where different experiences, perspectives and ideas are valued. You’ll be empowered to bring your unique experiences, passion and skills to your work and help our company and the communities we serve continue to evolve and improve.

 

Together, we’re working toward an ambitious vision: to be the premier title and real estate services company.

 

Stewart is a global real estate services company providing title insurance, settlement, underwriting and lender services through our family of companies. To learn more about Stewart and the opportunities ahead, visit stewart.com/about.

 

More information can be found on stewart.com. Get title industry information and insights at stewart.com/insights. Follow Stewart on Facebook @StewartTitleCo, on Instagram @StewartTitleCo and on LinkedIn @StewartTitle


Job Description


Job Summary

Ensures accountable decisions are taken at the right level in the organization, and individuals making decisions are suitably informed about the level of legal risk on all legal related matters.
Job Responsibilities
  • Reviews and evaluates title searches and insurance risk factors and must be able to justify and communicate underwriting requirements to counsel for buyers, sellers and lenders on real estate transactions
  • Responsible for evaluating risk and exposures to determine acceptability of business
  • Determines premiums, terms and conditions based established rules, rates, and guidelines
  • May analyze data such as financial conditions of the organization, participation percentage, type of industry, characteristics of employee groups, or past claim experience
  • Performs a range of assignments and may lead projects within own discipline
  • Applies working knowledge of business and best practices gained through understanding of key business drivers and recognition of how own area integrates within organization
  • Works within broad guidelines and polices to accomplish objectives and goals
  • Solves moderately complex to complex problems and analyzes possible solutions using technical experience, judgement and precedents
  • Explains complex and/or sensitive information in a straightforward manner
  • Acts as a resource for colleagues, provides guidance to less experienced team members
  • Individual contributor working with limited oversight
  • Performs all other duties as assigned by management

Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in relevant field preferred

Experience
  • Typically requires 2+ years of related work experience

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Stewart is committed to ensuring that its online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance or an accommodation in the application process, please contact us by email at

careers@stewart.com

.

Pay Range & Benefits

$130,588.32 - $217,647.19 Annually

The base salary range provided is consistent with similar roles at the Company. The base salary range is not an absolute, but a guide, and actual offers will be based on the individual candidate’s knowledge, skills, education, experience, location, market conditions, and other compensation components. Depending upon all of the preceding considerations, the base salary may be lower or higher than the stated range.

Stewart offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to a variety of health and wellness insurance options and programs, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program, and employee discounts

Numbers & Facts

LocationBoston, Washington
Websitestewart.com/en

Skills

  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Best Practicesunmatched
  • Business Practicesunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Data Analysisunmatched
  • Facebookunmatched
  • Insuranceunmatched
  • Legalunmatched
  • LinkedInunmatched
  • Loansunmatched
  • Mortgage Lendingunmatched
  • People Managementunmatched
  • Real Estateunmatched
  • Riskunmatched
  • Risk Analysisunmatched
  • Salesunmatched
  • Search Rankingunmatched
  • Underwritingunmatched

Be found by employers

5,500+ employers search our resume database daily. Add yours to get found by recruiters looking for candidates like you.

Level up your application

Professional resume templates

Browse dozens of recruiter approved resume templates, layouts and formats. Choose your favorite and make it your own in minutes.

Free resume templates

Resume Builder

Improve your existing resume or start from scratch and create a standout, ATS-friendly resume. Add job-specific content, download and apply.

Resume Builder