Specialist, Title Research

First Canadian Title Company Limited is committed to the success of each employee and offers a collaborative work environment. In the role of Specialist, Title Research, you will conduct comprehensive property title searches to support real estate transactions, ensuring compliance with corporate policies and provincial regulations.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with internal/external customers via multiple mediums with accuracy and professionalism
• Perform accurate and efficient title searches across all provincial land registry systems, ensuring compliance with each jurisdiction’s unique legislative and regulatory requirements
• Analyze and interpret land title documents, legal descriptions, and encumbrances to identify ownership interests, active charges, and potential title issues
• Utilize electronic platforms such as Teraview (ON), myLTSA (BC), SPIN2 (AB), ISC (SK), and Property Online (NS, NB, PEI) to retrieve, assess, and report property records
• Identify and escalate discrepancies in title chains, outstanding interests, or registration inconsistencies to support timely resolutions and protect client interests
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, legal professionals, and land registry offices to clarify complex title issues and ensure high service quality across all lines of business
• Deliver clear, concise search summaries and exception notes to enable informed decision-making by mortgage discharge, underwriting, and legal teams

Skills

• Minimum 1 year of related experience
• High School diploma or equivalent experience
• Minimum 6 months experience in mortgage administration
• Land title system training, either via internal onboarding or recognized real estate law programs
• Professional certification or coursework in: Real Property Law, Title Searching Procedures, Electronic Registration Systems
• Experience with provincial systems, such as: Teraview (Ontario), myLTSA (British Columbia), SPIN2 (Alberta), ISC (Saskatchewan), POL (Nova Scotia), Property Online (PEI, NB, NS)

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits that include Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and Wellness Essentials
• Group retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off
• Hybrid work arrangements
• Paid volunteer opportunities and charitable donation matching
• Employee recognition programs that include referral incentives
• Potential for performance-based incentives
• The opportunity to participate in our stock purchase plan
• And more!

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