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Title Examiner Position

We are seeking an experienced Title Examiner to join our Title Star team in a fully remote capacity. You will be responsible for conducting comprehensive Illinois land record searches, preparing and reviewing title examinations and related products, identifying title defects, and clearing title issues. This role requires strong analytical skills and the ability to evaluate complex documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Search and analyze land records to prepare detailed title examinations
• Review title examinations for accuracy and compliance with Illinois title standards
• Identify title issues and defects in real property transactions
• Demonstrate the ability to research and acquire information on a specific property (e.g., tax bill, paid assessment letter, lien payoff) and analyze each document to determine:
• Is this a valid claim?
• Should this information be raised on the preliminary title and/or updated title?
• Evaluate prior starter files to determine if the property was previously insured and whether issues should be raised on title or insured over
• Develop and execute strategies to resolve title problems
• Maintain organized documentation and communication throughout the examination and clearing process
• Meet deadlines and deliver quality work in a remote environment

Required Qualifications

• Proven expertise in Illinois title standards and title examination procedures
• Demonstrated experience preparing title examinations and identifying title issues
• Successful track record of clearing title defects and resolving title problems
• Strong ability to work independently and productively in a remote setting
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency with land record databases and title examination tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with title examination in additional states
• Familiarity with title insurance underwriting guidelines
• Experience with real property law and transaction closing procedures

Education

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent professional experience
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working within the real estate industry, specifically dealing with real estate title.

Experience

• Firm knowledge of residential transaction processes
• Preferred experience working with a title company and/or law firm
• Minimum 2 years in the real estate industry
• Strong understanding of title commitments, county/municipal requirements, and general title clearance
• Advanced knowledge of title issues and resolution

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.

• Please note: No employment sponsorship or support will be given for this position. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP will not consider any employment immigration sponsorship or support. This means that McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, nor sponsor in any NIV category (including TN, E-3, H-1B, O-1), or submit the position in the H-1B Registration; or
• Visa sponsorship nor immigration support is not available. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future. The company does not provide visa sponsorship or any immigration support (including STEM OPT training plan) for this position.