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Operations Manager (Remote)

First American
sick time, 401(k)
United States, California, Santa Ana
1 First American Way (Show on map)
Feb 07, 2026
Who We Are Join a team that puts its People First! First American's Direct division provides comprehensive title insurance protection and professional settlement services for real estate purchases, refinances and equity loans. 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 ten 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. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com. What We Do Oversees a team or multiple small teams, ensuring smooth delivery of processes and services while building team capability. Focuses on execution, compliance, and continuous improvement. HOW YOU'LL CONTRIBUTE Manages and sets priorities of the daily operations of a large functional area or department. Manages a group of professionals (typically skilled exempt and non-exempt level employees) who have responsibility for operations and project outcomes. Provides direct and indirect supervision of teams. Contributes to project reviews and approves detailed designs and cost estimates for projects. Participates in long-range departmental planning and provides input to operational decisions and to clarify or modify project plans, and/or schedule requirements. Writes and conducts employee performance reviews and provides ongoing performance feedback through coaching. Makes hiring and compensation recommendations. May get input from Senior Management/Executive Management. WHAT YOU'LL BRING Required Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience Demonstrated escrow experience within a commercial environment, with working knowledge of escrow operations, controls, and service delivery. 3-5 years demonstrated experience in a supervisory or management role Demonstrated success establishing, leading and maintaining effective working relationships at the Middle Management level KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs) Successful track record designing, developing, and executing complex projects in area of functional expertise. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships at the Management level across functional groups and business units. Adeptness to influence the thinking of, or gain acceptance from, others in sensitive situations, using influence and preventing damage to the relationships. Strong capacity to communicate the function's vision and the department's direction and set aligned goals. Provides resources and creates systems to measure results. Familiar with competitor, financial and industry dynamics. Actively recruits, retains and develops talent and holds employees accountable for results. Leads change, manages conflict and fosters collaboration. Drives and models customer loyalty, manages customer expectations, solicits customer feedback and ensures commitments are met. Provides others with reliable information and delivers informative and persuasive presentations. Uses good listening skills and negotiates effectively. Collaboratively engages with leaders to create, identify, and implement solutions to further effectiveness of the business. High level of business acumen, strategic agility, ability to develop others, and influence change. Note that the following statements only apply to candidates who will be working from an unincorporated area within Los Angeles County. First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act). First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant's criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements. 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 celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it's the right thing to do, but also 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.