Curative Specialist - Remote Opportunity

Who We Are

Join a team that puts its People First! As member of First American's family of companies, Mortgage Solutions provides lenders with solutions to originate, close and service quality loans. Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for ten consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.

What We Do

The Curative Specialist’s primary responsibility is to perform a detailed review and analysis chain of ownership documents and chain of lien to clear up any discrepancies found during the property search. Use proprietary tools to perform research and clearance of said discrepancies and communicate with the applicable parties involved in the transaction. Responsible for all actions and communications regarding loans in pipeline. Interact daily with Management regarding pipeline and regularly communicate with client(s). Viewed as a subject matter expert and is involved in researching best practices within the industry.

3What You'll Do

• Curative Pipeline associate Key Functions as needed:
  • Monitor communications to ensure timely responses
  • Daily coordination and communication with Lenders
  • Obtain advice from clients to effectively clear title
  • Reconcile loans in pipeline weekly to confirm all have been reviewed and worked accurately
  • Telephone customer service support

• Customer Service Key Functions as needed:
  • Provide general assistance with internal communications with other teams to ensure timely delivery of searches
  • Excellent customer service skills to effectively handle client communications via phone and email. Must be able to empathize with clients. 

• Follow functional area’s processes and procedures in daily activities, troubleshoot as needed and recommend suggestions for continuous improvements to overall operations
• Actively contributes to the results of a team and works toward achieving goals and objectives

What You'll Bring

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 4+ years of experience in title review, closing, funding or post closing of residential mortgage loans
• Demonstrated time management skills and ability to perform tasks under deadline
• Overall understanding of Mortgage Loan Life Cycle process and mortgage loan documents
• Extreme attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Sound independent judgment
• Customer service skills
• Proficient in all MS Office applications

Salary Range: $22.80 - $30.38/hour

This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting.  Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.  

What We Offer

By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it’s the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.

Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.