Job Description
KLR Executive Search Group is conducting an exclusive search for a Lead Title Attorney to join a fast-growing commercial title and escrow organization. The firm was founded by professionals with deep experience in large, complex real estate transactions and is focused on delivering a more responsive, service-driven approach to closings. They handle multi-property and multi-state commercial deals across a range of asset types, and work with developers, private funds, family offices, and individual investors. As the company continues to expand, they’re looking for a driven, entrepreneurial attorney who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment. We are currently flexible on the location of this position, but we are most interested in candidates willing to sit in Florida or Texas.
Position Overview:
The Lead Title Attorney will serve as the primary legal and operational lead for the Company’s title and escrow functions. This role oversees junior title attorneys, escrow officers, and closing personnel, ensuring all real estate transactions are executed with the highest level of client service, while reporting directly to Company Officers and providing updates to support timely, responsive, and client-focused title operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead title review and clearance for commercial transactions across multiple asset types and jurisdictions.
- Supervise junior title attorneys, title agents, escrow officers, and closing staff; ensure accurate status reporting.
- Develop and maintain title workflows, operational processes, and records management systems.
- Coordinate accurate and timely fund disbursement and insurer premium payments; serve as Title Agent of Record where designated.
- Partner with executive leadership to support growth initiatives and uphold a high-responsiveness, client-focused service culture.
Qualifications:
- Active law license (preferred) and title agent license (or willingness to obtain); ability to obtain additional state licenses as needed.
- Minimum 4 years of commercial title insurance experience handling a variety of transactions, including multi-state and portfolio deals.
- Strong knowledge of title, escrow, and closing practices, with demonstrated leadership supervising attorneys and staff.
- Highly organized, energetic, and committed to delivering responsive, best-in-class client service.
Benefits:
- Potential for profit sharing and/or company equity participation.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with safe harbor match (3%).