An excellent client in Florida is hiring a Commercial Underwriting Counsel. The candidate MUST LIVE in Florida, or be wiling to relocate. The underwriting counsel will be responsible for handling primarily high-dollar commercial transactions and answering a high volume of underwriting inquiries from company title examiners and Florida title agents. Must have strong knowledge of commercial underwriting in Florida.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
A minimum of 10 years’ experience as a commercial underwriting attorney or equivalent experience.
Licensed to practice law in the State of Florida or will become Authorized House Counsel with the Florida Bar within 90 days of acceptance of job offer.
Experience in handling large commercial transactions, including but not limited to underwriting various facets of creation of condominium developments and assessing construction lien risk preferred.
Prior experience in a national business unit or national commercial services office a plus.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to assess risk and address problems with a solution-focused attitude and an eye toward practicality.
Exceptional customer service attitude and people skills in working with title agents.
Willingness to work with other Underwriting Counsel in a team environment.
Ability to multi-task effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Strong and accurate attention to detail.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
If this sounds like the type of opportunity you see yourself transitioning into next, contact Julie Gross at 605-705-6836. Resumes may be sent confidentially to julie.gross@gogpac.com.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
