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. Title Claim/real estate work experience preferred with a proven record of strong cross-functional written & verbal communication skills, professional handling of high-stress situations and high-volume workload.
Job Responsibilities:
Manage and resolve claims initiated under title insurance policies and products.
Interpret internal and external business environment.
Retain, monitor, and manage outside counsel and legal representation of insured parties.
Negotiate settlements and claim resolutions with claimants, third parties and opposing counsel.
Manage personal caseload including handling matters involving fraud, forgery, missed liens, access issues, easement disputes and more.
Identify and postulate resolved claims for recovery or salvage efforts.
Perform specialized assignments; solve complex problems and develop non-traditional solutions through sophisticated analytical thinking.
Recommend best practices to improve processes or services.
Impact achievements of customer, operational, project or service objectives.
Work as an individual contributor working independently; may require guidance in highly complex situations.
Occasional travel to and participation in mediations, settlement conferences, claim conferences, etc.
Perform all other duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications Education:
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field preferred. Juris Doctorate and licensed to practice law in at least one jurisdiction required.
Experience:
Typically requires 2+ years of related work experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity Stewart is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The 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.
Benefits:
Stewart offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to, health and wellness insurance options and programs, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program, and employee discounts.
