Title Searcher

The Title Searcher is responsible for conducting comprehensive title searches on residential and commercial properties in the United States. The role involves examining public records to determine property ownership, liens, encumbrances, and other title-related issues to support title insurance, closing, and underwriting processes. Key Responsibilities • Perform current owner searches, and two-owner searches using online county records and third-party title systems • review public records including deeds, mortgages, liens, judgments, easements, tax records, and plats • Identify and analyze defects, clouds, and encumbrances affecting property title • Prepare accurate title search reports and abstracts in accordance with client guidelines • Review legal descriptions and verify chain of title • Ensure compliance with US title industry standards and turnaround time (TAT) requirements • Communicate findings clearly and escalate complex title issues when required • Maintain productivity and quality benchmarks as defined by management • Follow data security and confidentiality policies strictly Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) • Accuracy of title search reports • Adherence to turnaround time (TAT) • Productivity and quality scores Compliance with client-specific requirements