Title Agent, Surface & Mineral

Volta Group Global LLC

Title Agent, Surface & Mineral

Houston, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Volta Group is seeking a detail-oriented Title Agent, Surface & Mineral to support title research, curative documentation, and land services deliverables across multiple states.

    This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a structured environment, enjoys working with legal land records, and takes pride in producing clean, accurate, and client-ready documentation.

    Key Responsibilities

    Title Research & Analysis

    Conduct surface and mineral title research using county records and online databases

    Review deeds, leases, easements, probate records, liens, and encumbrances

    Prepare title runsheets and ownership reports

    Identify title defects and recommend curative solutions

    Coordinate with county clerks and third-party vendors as needed

    Document Preparation

    Draft and prepare:

    Affidavits

    Memorandums of Lease

    Assignments

    Easements

    Surface Use Agreements

    Right-of-Way Agreements

    Curative documents

    Ensure accuracy in legal descriptions and exhibits

    Format documents to meet recording requirements by jurisdiction

    Support recording and tracking of executed documents

    Project & Administrative Support

    Maintain organized digital title files

    Track document status and deadlines

    Collaborate with Land Agents, Project Managers, and Title Leadership

    Ensure deliverables align with client scope and internal quality standards

    Qualifications

    5+ years of title research experience (energy, utility, renewable, or infrastructure preferred)

    Strong understanding of:

    Surface & mineral title

    Chain of title

    Legal descriptions (metes & bounds, aliquot parts)

    Experience preparing recordable documents

    Proficiency with county record systems and online title databases

    Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

    Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

    Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

    Preferred:

    Experience in renewable energy or utility-scale development

    Familiarity with GIS platforms

    Multi-state title experience

    What We Value

    Precision and defensibility in work product

    Clear communication

    Ownership mentality

    Efficiency without sacrificing accuracy

    Strong documentation standards

    Compensation & Benefits

    Competitive compensation (commensurate with experience)

    Flexible, remote work environment

    Opportunity to work on large-scale renewable and infrastructure projects

    Collaborative and growth-oriented team culture

    Flexible work from home options available.