Legal Staff Paralegal in Bellevue, WA

In-House

Bellevue, WA

Legal Staff Paralegal in Bellevue, WA

Legal Staff

Min 5 yrs required

No

Senior Real Estate Services Title Agent - (183764)

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of a Senior Real Estate Services Title Agent, we'll count on you to:

Complete property rights review
Provide client support as needed for including, but not limited to, working with other agencies on procedures related to street vacations, dedications, easement releases and grants, storm water covenants, and site plan submission
Provide regular project updates
Act as client representative interacting with outside agencies
Preparation of project reports, and review of title document packages
Reviews complex encumbrances and provides clearance recommendations, per client standards
Review Right-Of-Way centerline surveys prepared on properties, if applicable
Serve as strategic expert with recognized authority in an area of specialization and resolve problems of high-level scope and complexity
Plan, organize and supervise work of medium to large staff of professionals and technicians as needed
Trains junior staff by providing insight and instruction regarding task completion and procedure
Perform complex principles in reading, writing, retracing and interpreting legal descriptions, such as parent parcel; metes and bounds; subdivision; and centerline
Prepares title project reports, which includes overseeing schedule and budget in support of Project Manager
Maintain accurate records of title research activities per a variety of local, county, state and/or federal requirements
Work with surveyors and engineers to review and provide problem-solving recommendations in area of specialization
Work closely with Project Manager, client, and title manager or underwriter, as appropriate to meet project time requirements, and assist with answering questions
Read and interpret policies and procedures appropriate for title and title-clearing, per client standards
Additional specialized skills, such as preparing real estate documents and memorandums, specific to clients & projects

Preferred Qualifications

Degree or certification pertaining to right of way, title, paralegal, real property law or mortgage lending, or equivalent experience

Required Qualifications

A minimum of 5 years experience with right of way, title, paralegal, real property law or mortgage lending
Must exhibit knowledge of real estate title practices and principles including underwriting, title insurance and public records research
Have the knowledge and ability to review real estate documents such as design plans, construction plans, appraisals, environmental documents, surveys, deeds, easements, deeds of trust, mechanics liens, tax liens, judgments, assessments, probates and other matters of record
Strong interpersonal skills, the ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with others and excellent oral and written communication skills
Understanding of the Uniform Relocation Act, Eminent Domain Process, and applicable county, state and/or federal requirements statutes and ordinances
Ability to work independently with minimal direction and a focus on meeting deadlines on multiple assignments
Highly motivated with the ability to prioritize and to direct others
Where required hold a Certification license in the States where work is performed
Solid organizational and planning skills
Database, ProjectWise and GIS familiarity a plus
Proficient with MS Office Suite, Webex and Teams

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) {Seattle/Bellevue/Everett, WA.}: $91,980 - $131,400 {Olympia, WA.}: $76,650 - $109,500 {Spokane, WA.}: $72,818 - $104,025
Primary Location: United States-Washington-Everett
Other Locations: United States-Washington-Spokane, United States-Washington-Olympia, United States-Washington-Seattle, United States-Washington-Bellevue
Industry: Real Estate Services
Schedule: Full-time
Employee Status: Regular
BusinessClass: Right of Way
Job Posting: Feb 26, 2025