TN Visa Underwriting Manager Jobs
Underwriting Manager roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Accountants and related financial professionals category when the position requires a bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related field. Canadian citizens can apply at the border or a U.S. port of entry, while Mexican nationals require a consular visa appointment.
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FNF ® is the leading provider of title insurance and settlement services to the real estate and mortgage industries. FNF ®'s various mortgage and real estate services companies provide services that complement our title insurance business. From a full-service qualified intermediary, home warranties, UCC insurance, relocation services, and notary services, we provide essential services to fulfill the needs of a changing real estate industry. FNF ® believes the power of technology can elevate the real estate transaction. From investments in title and escrow software to industry-leading real estate partner solutions, we take our commitment to provide real estate professionals and consumers with a truly reimagined, transparent, connected, and trusted real estate experience to heart.
POSITION
We are seeking a highly motivated and energetic attorney to join a fast-moving and highly responsive underwriting team. This individual will play a critical role in supporting residential real estate transactions by delivering timely, practical legal guidance to our agents, customers, and escrow personnel.
This opportunity is based in Nashville, Tennessee, and focuses on residential title underwriting.
THE ROLE IN BRIEF:
A successful Residential Underwriting Counsel provides practical, business-oriented legal advice in a fast-paced environment while contributing directly to transaction success. This role requires a strong foundation in residential real estate transactions, title review, and underwriting practices, along with the ability to effectively manage risk while supporting business growth.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide timely guidance on residential title underwriting matters, including policy issuance and endorsements
- Analyze and resolve title defects, curative requirements, and closing issues to facilitate efficient transactions
- Review title commitments, surveys, and related documentation
- Evaluate risk and provide underwriting decisions in accordance with company guidelines
- Collaborate with agency partners, escrow staff, and internal underwriting teams on transaction matters
- Assist in developing and delivering educational content, training, and seminars for agents and clients
- Support implementation of underwriting best practices and promote consistency across operations
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of residential real estate or underwriting experience, with direct client or agent interaction
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and accountability
- Juris Doctor (JD) and active bar membership in good standing
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
FNF, its affiliates, and subsidiaries carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, specialty, experience, and work location. The base salary (exempt) or hourly rate (non-exempt) is just one component of the total rewards package offered to our employees, including potential bonus or commission eligibility, insurance (medical/dental/vision/life/disability), matching 401(k) plan and matching employee stock purchase plan.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY POLICY
FNF, its affiliates and subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
INTRODUCTION
FNF ® is the leading provider of title insurance and settlement services to the real estate and mortgage industries. FNF ®'s various mortgage and real estate services companies provide services that complement our title insurance business. From a full-service qualified intermediary, home warranties, UCC insurance, relocation services, and notary services, we provide essential services to fulfill the needs of a changing real estate industry. FNF ® believes the power of technology can elevate the real estate transaction. From investments in title and escrow software to industry-leading real estate partner solutions, we take our commitment to provide real estate professionals and consumers with a truly reimagined, transparent, connected, and trusted real estate experience to heart.
POSITION
We are seeking a highly motivated and energetic attorney to join a fast-moving and highly responsive underwriting team. This individual will play a critical role in supporting residential real estate transactions by delivering timely, practical legal guidance to our agents, customers, and escrow personnel.
This opportunity is based in Nashville, Tennessee, and focuses on residential title underwriting.
THE ROLE IN BRIEF:
A successful Residential Underwriting Counsel provides practical, business-oriented legal advice in a fast-paced environment while contributing directly to transaction success. This role requires a strong foundation in residential real estate transactions, title review, and underwriting practices, along with the ability to effectively manage risk while supporting business growth.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide timely guidance on residential title underwriting matters, including policy issuance and endorsements
- Analyze and resolve title defects, curative requirements, and closing issues to facilitate efficient transactions
- Review title commitments, surveys, and related documentation
- Evaluate risk and provide underwriting decisions in accordance with company guidelines
- Collaborate with agency partners, escrow staff, and internal underwriting teams on transaction matters
- Assist in developing and delivering educational content, training, and seminars for agents and clients
- Support implementation of underwriting best practices and promote consistency across operations
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of residential real estate or underwriting experience, with direct client or agent interaction
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and accountability
- Juris Doctor (JD) and active bar membership in good standing
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
FNF, its affiliates, and subsidiaries carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, specialty, experience, and work location. The base salary (exempt) or hourly rate (non-exempt) is just one component of the total rewards package offered to our employees, including potential bonus or commission eligibility, insurance (medical/dental/vision/life/disability), matching 401(k) plan and matching employee stock purchase plan.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY POLICY
FNF, its affiliates and subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as an Underwriting Manager
Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
TN visa eligibility hinges on a direct match between your degree field and the underwriting role. A finance or actuarial science degree maps cleanly, but a general business degree may require a credential evaluation letter from a NACES-approved evaluator before your employer can file.
Target employers with dedicated risk or insurance divisions
Underwriting Manager roles at regional insurers, reinsurance firms, and large commercial banks are far more likely to include TN sponsorship in their hiring process than generalist employers. Search by NAICS codes 524113 and 524126 to filter for carriers actively hiring in underwriting.
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Use Migrate Mate to filter Underwriting Manager openings by employers with active TN visa sponsorship history. It surfaces roles where the filing infrastructure is already in place, so you're not educating HR from scratch.
Clarify your job offer letter before crossing the border
Canadian citizens present their TN documentation directly at a U.S. port of entry. CBP officers review your offer letter on the spot, so it must explicitly state your job title as Underwriting Manager, the specialty occupation basis, and that the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
Prepare your employer for the TN visa application
Before your TN visa petition is presented at the port of entry (for Canadians) or consulate (for Mexicans), your employer should prepare a support letter outlining your job duties, qualifications, and compensation. Many mid-size insurers may be unfamiliar with the TN process, so clarify your employer's willingness to support your application early in negotiations.
Negotiate TN renewal terms before accepting an offer
TN status is granted in three-year increments with unlimited renewals, but each renewal requires your employer to re-petition. Confirm in writing that your employer will sponsor renewals, not just the initial filing, before you sign.
Underwriting Manager TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Underwriting Manager role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, Underwriting Manager positions typically qualify under the TN visa's Accountants or related financial and business professionals categories, provided the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in finance, business administration, actuarial science, or a related field. The job offer letter must make the degree requirement explicit, and your credential must match the stated field for CBP or a consular officer to approve the classification.
How does TN visa sponsorship for Underwriting Managers compare to H-1B?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadians, so you can start as soon as your employer is ready to file, rather than waiting for an October 1 start date. H-1B visa petitions require USCIS adjudication and can take months, while Canadian TN applicants get a decision at the port of entry the same day. Mexican nationals need a consular appointment but still avoid the H-1B lottery entirely.
Where can I find Underwriting Manager jobs with TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for TN and other work visa job searches. You can filter by visa type and role to find Underwriting Manager openings at employers who have already sponsored TN visas, which saves you from applying to companies that will reject you at the offer stage because they've never navigated the process.
Can a Mexican citizen get TN sponsorship as an Underwriting Manager?
Yes, but the process differs from the Canadian pathway. Mexican nationals must apply at a U.S. consulate in Mexico rather than at a port of entry, and the number of TN visas available to Mexican citizens is capped at 5,500 per year under USMCA. Apply as early as your employer's timeline allows to avoid delays tied to consulate scheduling or cap proximity.
What happens to my TN status if my employer changes during a restructuring or acquisition?
TN status is employer-specific, so a merger, acquisition, or change in legal employer entity can trigger a new filing requirement. If your employer's legal name or FEIN changes, you may need a new TN petition even if your day-to-day role stays identical. Confirm with your employer's HR or outside counsel before any corporate transaction closes to avoid a gap in authorized status.