Job Description:
Great Examiners Don't Just Read Title...They Solve Problems. EXPERIENCED TITLE EXAMINER | OAK FOREST, ILFull-Time | In-Office | 5+ Years of Title Examination Experience Required. At Barrister Title, we know great title work is the foundation of every successful closing. We're looking for an experienced residential Title Examiner with a minimum of 5 years of professional title examination experience who knows how to review title, recognize what matters, determine what needs to be raised or cleared, and produce an accurate title commitment. If you enjoy solving complicated title issues and want to work somewhere your knowledge, experience, and judgment are respected, we'd love to meet you. ABOUT THE POSITIONAs a Title Examiner, you'll analyze title records and supporting documentation, prepare title commitments, identify clearance requirements, and work with our team to resolve title issues before closing. We're looking for someone who understands that good examination isn't simply copying everything found in a search onto a commitment. It requires judgment, experience, problem-solving, and a strong understanding of title insurance and underwriting requirements.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Examine residential title and supporting documentation. Review deeds, mortgages, easements, restrictions, judgments, liens, and tax matters. Analyze chains of title, vesting, and legal descriptions. Review probate, trusts, bankruptcies, foreclosures, and other matters affecting title. Prepare accurate residential title commitments. Determine appropriate requirements and exceptions. Identify title defects and determine documentation necessary for clearance. Recognize issues that require escalation to an underwriter. Work with processors, closers, underwriters, attorneys, lenders, and Realtors to resolve title matters. Review surveys and other supporting documentation when applicable. Maintain clear and accurate documentation within electronic files. Provide dependable turnaround while maintaining the quality and accuracy of your examination.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum 5 years of professional residential Title Examiner experience. Strong residential title examination knowledge. Demonstrated experience independently preparing title commitments. Ability to review title searches and determine appropriate requirements and exceptions. Strong working knowledge of title insurance and underwriting requirements. Experience identifying and resolving complex title defects. Strong knowledge of deeds, mortgages, liens, judgments, taxes, easements, and other matters affecting title. Experience with trusts, probate, bankruptcies, and foreclosures. Ability to analyze chain of title, vesting, and legal descriptions. Sound judgment regarding when an issue can be cleared and when it should be escalated to underwriting. Excellent analytical and research skills. Exceptional attention to detail. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team.
PREFERRED:
SoftPro experience. DataTrace or similar title research platform experience. Multi-county Illinois title examination experience. Experience resolving complex title and underwriting issues. YOU'LL THRIVE HERE IF YOU:Actually enjoy a complicated title file. Like figuring out how to clear an issue, not simply identifying that one exists. Take ownership of your work. Communicate proactively. Know when you have the answer—and when to involve underwriting. Stay calm when a transaction becomes complicated. Take pride in producing accurate work you can stand behind. Enjoy sharing your knowledge and helping teammates solve problems.
WHY BARRISTER TITLE?
At Barrister Title, we're building a team of professionals who care about doing excellent work and getting transactions successfully to the closing table.
We believe in:
Trusting experienced professionals rather than micromanaging them.
Teamwork over ego.
Open communication and accountability.
Leadership that works alongside the team.
Helping one another when things get busy.
Recognizing and appreciating individual contributions.
Team Close the Deal—working together to find solutions rather than simply pointing out problems.
You'll have the opportunity to use your experience, contribute your ideas, and work alongside people who understand the title and real estate industries.
BENEFITS:
Competitive Pay. Paid Time Off. Paid Holidays. Health & Dental Insurance.401(k).READY TO TALK TITLE?If you're an experienced Title Examiner who knows that a commitment is only as good as the examination behind it, we'd like to meet you. This is a full-time, in-office position located in Oak Forest, Illinois. Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of professional title examination experience. Remote and hybrid arrangements are not available for this position. Bring your knowledge, judgment, and problem-solving skills to Team Close the Deal at Barrister Title. Apply today.
