Job Description

Apex is seeking a Real Estate Title Analyst to assist in ordering and processing title commitments, performing title curative work, and obtaining title insurance policies in support of the development, financing, construction, and operation of utility-scale renewable energy projects.

This individual will be a valuable contributor to the Land Management Team and will support all activities related to title analysis in a fast paced and dynamic environment. Being responsible, reliable, quick and accurate, and with a can-do attitude are essential. Having superior attention to detail, possessing strong customer support skills and dependability are key success characteristics of a land Title Analyst.

The land title group supports all title related matters across Apex’s more than 1-million-acre land base. This role requires a thorough understanding of land records and legal descriptions, and the ability to “deep-dive” and problem solve on challenging ownership and encumbrance puzzles. He or she will have the opportunity to work on high-level and interesting projects located across the country.

This role offers the opportunity to join a dynamic team of professionals who provide Apex stakeholders with best-in-class land management services. The successful candidate will also have the chance to work in an innovative team environment on complex and unique challenges, all while based in a university city consistently ranked as one of the country’s best places to live.

• Hours: Full Time
• Type: Exempt
• Department: Land Management
• Travel: 0%
• Location: Headquarters, Charlottesville VA

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Order and process title insurance commitments, draft and record title curative documents, and review ALTA surveys.  
• Edit title proformas, prepare legal exhibits, and draft other documents related to project financing.
• Track status of title work and report to internal and external parties the necessary information required to obtain title insurance policies for project financing.
• Research deeds, analyze county tax parcel and GIS data, and maintain data related to title documents and other agreements in the land database.
• Provide support to land team and real estate attorneys on a variety of real estate related tasks.

Qualifications

To succeed as our Title Analyst at Apex Clean Energy, you’ll need to display excellence within the following criteria:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field
• Title insurance and/or Real Estate Paralegal experience
• Ability to understand legal descriptions; Public Land Survey System (PLSS) and metes and bounds legal descriptions
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize work assignments and projects
• Ability to collaborate with peers, clients and managers to create alignment with business and to meet assigned goals
• Must be a strong problem solver with an inquisitive mind and willing to ask questions
• Must possess a superior attention to detail and the ability to meet strict deadlines
• Must be highly accountable for self, work responsibilities and meeting team goals
• Works effectively in a team environment where trust, respect, and doing your fair share of the workload is instrumental to Land Title’s success.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook required as well as a strong ability to utilize a variety of technologies to streamline workflow.
• Ability to work from our headquarters in Charlottesville, Virginia at least 60% of the time (upon full return to the office post COVID-19).
• All employees hired after August 1, 2021 are required to submit proof of a COVID-19 vaccination on or before their start date unless a reasonable accommodation is requested and approved.

Additional Information

WHAT APEX CAN OFFER YOU

• A mission-driven, energetic environment
• Collaborative and driven professional workforce committed to supporting your ideas and feedback and accelerating your potential
• Ongoing support and guidance such as on-the-job learning, hands-on experience, and mentorship
• Training, strategies, and tools to support your personal and professional growth
• Team atmosphere of diverse professionals committed to making an impact as an organization
• Opportunities to volunteer and give back to our local communities
• Exceptional benefits such as medical and dental; 401(k) with corporate match
• Base and bonus commensurate with experience
• Responsible Paid Time Off plus standard company holidays
• Benefits Offered: comprehensive high-deductible health plans, dental and vision insurance plans, short-term and long-term disability, group life insurance, 401(k) corporate matching, flexible spending arrangements, company paid parking and cell phone, fitness and wellness corporate discounts

_APEX CLEAN ENERGY, INC. _is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.