TN Visa Underwriting Specialist Jobs
Underwriting Specialist roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Economist category, which covers professionals who analyze financial risk and assess policy applications. Canadian citizens can apply at the border or port of entry with no cap. Mexican citizens require advance consular processing. A bachelor's degree in economics, finance, or a related field is required.
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Join a team that puts its People First! As a member of First American's family of companies, National Commercial Services provides single-point service for simple to multi-property/multi-state national commercial real estate transactions. Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for eleven consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all.
What We Do
Enable you to apply your passion for law and risk analysis to real estate transactions. If you excel in collaborating with others to assess possibilities and discover solutions, it may be time to combine your analytical rigor with a premier brand in the commercial real estate space. First American is looking to add a Commercial Underwriting Counsel to our growing team. This position plays a key role in transforming commercial real estate experience by empowering our employees and customers to deliver next-generation solutions and results.
What You’ll Do:
- Provide underwriting support, counsel, and authorization to company personnel and customers related to the issuance of real estate title insurance commitments and policies
- Utilize underwriting standards and guidelines within delegated authority limits, to underwrite the issuance of title insurance
- Provide guidance to company personnel in the performance of real estate settlement services
- Issue underwriting standards and guidelines in accordance with established company processes
What You’ll Bring:
- 5-7 years title underwriting experience, commercial experience preferred
- Law Degree required and admitted to practice law in state of employment
- Licensed to practice law, in good standing
- Must be familiar with real estate law
- Strong understanding of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of real estate title and settlement process
- Strong analytical rigor and business acumen
- Strong negotiation skills and ability to provide alternative solutions or convey unpopular information with tact
- Ability to collaborate and act decisively; build relationships internally and externally
- Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize and timely follow up
- Abstract thinking and creative solutions
What We Offer
By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First culture is inclusive for all employees - not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it's the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term. Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.
Who We Are
Join a team that puts its People First! As a member of First American's family of companies, National Commercial Services provides single-point service for simple to multi-property/multi-state national commercial real estate transactions. Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for eleven consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all.
What We Do
Enable you to apply your passion for law and risk analysis to real estate transactions. If you excel in collaborating with others to assess possibilities and discover solutions, it may be time to combine your analytical rigor with a premier brand in the commercial real estate space. First American is looking to add a Commercial Underwriting Counsel to our growing team. This position plays a key role in transforming commercial real estate experience by empowering our employees and customers to deliver next-generation solutions and results.
What You’ll Do:
- Provide underwriting support, counsel, and authorization to company personnel and customers related to the issuance of real estate title insurance commitments and policies
- Utilize underwriting standards and guidelines within delegated authority limits, to underwrite the issuance of title insurance
- Provide guidance to company personnel in the performance of real estate settlement services
- Issue underwriting standards and guidelines in accordance with established company processes
What You’ll Bring:
- 5-7 years title underwriting experience, commercial experience preferred
- Law Degree required and admitted to practice law in state of employment
- Licensed to practice law, in good standing
- Must be familiar with real estate law
- Strong understanding of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of real estate title and settlement process
- Strong analytical rigor and business acumen
- Strong negotiation skills and ability to provide alternative solutions or convey unpopular information with tact
- Ability to collaborate and act decisively; build relationships internally and externally
- Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize and timely follow up
- Abstract thinking and creative solutions
What We Offer
By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First culture is inclusive for all employees - not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it's the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term. Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.
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Align your credentials to TN categories
Underwriting Specialist roles must qualify under a USMCA-listed occupation, typically Economist or Accountant. Confirm your degree field maps directly to the role's risk analysis functions before applying, since a mismatch in job duties is a common TN visa denial trigger.
Target insurers with established TN pipelines
Focus on carriers and reinsurers that regularly hire cross-border professionals, particularly those in commercial lines, specialty risk, or actuarial-adjacent underwriting. These employers already understand TN documentation requirements and won't need education on the sponsorship process.
Request a TN-specific offer letter
Your offer letter must describe your role in terms that match the USMCA occupational category, not just your job title. Ask the employer to detail your analytical and risk assessment duties explicitly, since CBP officers assess the letter, not your resume.
Search TN-sponsored underwriting roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Underwriting Specialist roles by employers with recent visa filings. This cuts down time spent on roles where TN eligibility is unclear or the employer lacks experience sponsoring work visas for skilled professionals.
Prepare for Canadian border processing differences
Canadian citizens can apply for TN status directly at a land border or preclearance airport. Bring your offer letter, degree transcripts, and credential evaluation if your degree is from a non-Canadian institution. CBP adjudicates on the spot, so documentation gaps cause immediate refusals.
Understand the Mexican consular appointment timeline
Mexican citizens must apply at a U.S. consulate, which adds weeks to the process. Build this into your start date negotiation with the employer. USCIS also allows Mexican TN applicants to file by mail, which can be faster than waiting for a consular appointment slot.
Underwriting Specialist TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Underwriting Specialist role qualify for a TN visa?
Yes, but the qualification depends on how the role is classified. Underwriting Specialist positions typically qualify under the USMCA's Economist or Accountant category, since the work involves financial risk analysis and policy assessment. Your job duties in the offer letter must reflect that analytical function. A title alone does not determine eligibility.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Underwriting Specialist roles?
The TN visa has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, making it far more predictable than the H-1B visa. Canadian applicants can be approved at the border the same day they apply. The trade-off is that TN status is employer-specific and does not lead directly to a green card, while H-1B allows dual intent.
Where can I find Underwriting Specialist jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals searching for roles with TN visa sponsorship. You can filter by occupation, including underwriting and financial risk roles, and see which employers have a history of sponsoring cross-border professionals. This avoids wasting applications on employers unfamiliar with TN requirements.
What documents does my employer need to provide for my TN application?
Your employer must provide a detailed offer letter that states your job title, duties, required qualifications, intended length of employment, and that the role is a professional position under USMCA. For Underwriting Specialist roles, the letter should emphasize analytical and risk assessment responsibilities to align with the Economist or Accountant category that CBP will evaluate.
Can Mexican citizens apply for a TN visa as an Underwriting Specialist at the border?
No. Unlike Canadian citizens, Mexican citizens cannot apply for TN status at a U.S. land border or port of entry. Mexican nationals must apply through a U.S. consulate abroad or file a petition with USCIS from inside the United States. Consular appointment availability varies and should factor into your offer negotiation timeline.