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Jencap

Provides carrier-exclusive underwriting and coverage solutions

Underwriting Assistant - Commercial P&C

Full-Time
No salary listed
Mid
Bachelor's
Red Bank, NJ, USA
In Person
InsuranceUnderwriting

About the job

Requirements
  • Three to five years of insurance industry experience, preferably within Commercial Property and Casualty, ideally in binding and programs.
  • Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment while maintaining high service standards.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
  • The position requires a bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
Responsibilities
  • Support retail agents and underwriters by gathering required information and documentation through agency management systems, tasks, reminders, and Outlook.
  • Order, review, and process inspections, including handling discrepancies and underwriting recommendations.
  • Process cancellation and reinstatement notices in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Manage pre-audit correspondence, closed-even audits, and premium-bearing audits.
  • Report claims and provide claim reporting confirmations to agents and insureds.
  • Process policy endorsements and related documentation.
  • Maintain accurate underwriting files and ensure documentation is complete and up to date.
  • Provide customer service to internal and external business partners.
  • Assist with renewal preparation and gradually learn renewal quoting and underwriting functions.
Desired Qualifications
  • Exposure to underwriting support, policy processing, customer service, or agency operations.
  • Experience with agency management systems.
  • Eagerness to learn underwriting concepts and grow into an underwriting career path.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to accuracy and responsiveness.

About the company

Jencap helps retail agents place risk by giving them exclusive access to carrier products, underwriting expertise, and strong customer service. Agents access a portfolio of carrier products; Jencap underwrites the risks and negotiates terms and pricing to fit client needs. The firm differentiates itself through carrier exclusivity for agents, deep underwriting mastery, and fast, responsive service that aims to deliver best coverage and terms at the right price for complex risks. Its goal is to empower agents to secure the right coverage for clients by combining exclusive access, expert underwriting, and reliable service at competitive prices.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2016

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What believers are saying

  • Kevin Hahn Jr.’s May 2026 promotion strengthens national casualty leadership and New York City coverage.
  • Anthony Manna’s Atlanta relocation deepens Southeast professional lines hiring and expansion.
  • Jencap keeps winning recognition, including a 5-Star Program Administrator award in August 2026.

What critics are saying

  • Jencap sued Taras Shalay and Burns & Wilcox on August 27, 2025 over client poaching.
  • If brokers keep defecting, Midwest relationships and confidential pipeline value erode into 2026.
  • Integration complexity across acquisitions, leadership changes, and brands can confuse carriers and retail partners.

What makes Jencap unique

  • Jencap spans brokerage, binding authority, and program management across 49 offices nationwide.
  • Galway’s July 2026 leadership shuffle split Jencap Brokerage and Jencap Programs for sharper execution.
  • Jencap A&H’s July 2026 stop loss combination widened underwriting depth and product breadth.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Company News

Jencap Group
Dec 22nd, 2025
Jencap Announces Promotion of Anthony Manna to Southeast Professional Lines Leader

Jencap announces promotion of Anthony Manna to Southeast Professional Lines leader. * INSIGHTS * $ * press * $ * Jencap announces promotion of Anthony Manna to Southeast Professional Lines leader. Jencap Group LLC (Jencap), one of the nation's largest wholesalers, is pleased to announce that Anthony Manna is being promoted to Executive Vice President and will lead the Southeast region for Jencap's Professional Lines division. As part of this promotion, he will also relocate to Atlanta, GA. "Anthony's deep expertise and leadership have been instrumental in driving growth and innovation within our Professional Lines division. His commitment to excellence and ability to build strong relationships make him the ideal leader to expand our Professional Lines presence in the Southeast," said Deborah Dioguardi, Jencap Professional Lines National Practice Leader. Anthony has spent his entire career as a specialized Professional Lines broker and is a highly sought after expert in his craft. He has worked at Jencap for 15 years (formerly NIF Group to start). In his new role, Anthony will oversee the professional lines teams across the Southeast, continue to grow his existing book of business, and will be actively searching for new talent in this region. "Stepping into this role isn't just about leading a region - it's about raising the bar. The opportunity is real, and that's exactly why I'm here: to build momentum, elevate our team and partners, and help take all of Jencap to a new level in the Southeast," said Anthony Manna, Jencap EVP and Professional Lines Broker. About Jencap Group. Jencap is one of the largest wholesalers in the U.S. with notable industry-leading expertise in wholesale brokerage, binding authority, and program management. Its specialized divisions and affiliate organizations provide niche underwriting prowess, broad market access, and nationwide influence. Headquartered in New York, Jencap leverages its collective power to exceed the expectations of more than 20,000 independent agency partners. For more information, visit: JencapGroup.com. Media inquiries: Jencap Group Kathryn Smith Managing Director of Marketing [email protected] Jencap's Managing Director of Marketing, Kathryn Smith, has dedicated her entire career to the insurance industry. A diverse background equips kathryn with a unique 360-degree perspective, having experienced the industry from all angles: agency, carrier, and wholesaler. She consistently produces award-winning marketing content and hosts the Jencap insurance podcast, "flip the cap."

Jencap Group
Dec 17th, 2025
Jencap Announces Addition of John Michael Edge to its Property & Casualty Binding Team

Jencap announces addition of John Michael Edge to its Property & Casualty binding team. * INSIGHTS * $ * press * $ * Jencap announces addition of John Michael Edge to its Property & Casualty binding team. New York, NY (December 18, 2025) - Jencap Group LLC (Jencap), one of the nation's largest wholesalers, is pleased to announce that John Michael "JM" Edge, formerly of Amwins, has joined Jencap's Property & Casualty (P&C) binding team as its manager for the Atlanta, Charlotte, and Denver teams. "JM brings extensive expertise in the binding authority and transactional brokerage space, which will be pivotal in advancing our strategic goals as an organization. We're confident his leadership will transform our binding authority unit and deliver tremendous value to our clients and teams," said Mike Gallagher, Jencap EVP of P&C Binding. JM joins Jencap after spending 10 years at Amwins, building out their Florida Access office, and most recently with Jupiter Re on their large property program team. He has significant experience building successful binding authority teams "I'm grateful for the opportunity to join the Jencap family, and look forward to partnering with our retail & carrier partners to deliver best-in-class underwriting solutions and customer experience. I'm excited to collaborate with my teams in the Southeast Region to build upon their strong foundations towards greater success. We are better together, and I look forward to further empowering them to achieve our goals as individuals and an organization," said JM Edge, Jencap SVP and Jencap P&C Binding Manager. About Jencap Group. Jencap is one of the largest wholesalers in the U.S. with notable industry-leading expertise in wholesale brokerage, binding authority, and program management. Its specialized divisions and affiliate organizations provide niche underwriting prowess, broad market access, and nationwide influence. Headquartered in New York, Jencap leverages its collective power to exceed the expectations of more than 20,000 independent agency partners. For more information, visit: JencapGroup.com. Media inquiries: Jencap Group Kathryn Smith Managing Director of Marketing [email protected] Jencap's Managing Director of Marketing, Kathryn Smith, has dedicated her entire career to the insurance industry. A diverse background equips kathryn with a unique 360-degree perspective, having experienced the industry from all angles: agency, carrier, and wholesaler. She consistently produces award-winning marketing content and hosts the Jencap insurance podcast, "flip the cap."

Jencap Group
Sep 9th, 2025
Jencap Announces Addition of Mike Gallagher to Its National Property & Casualty Team

Jencap announces addition of Mike Gallagher to its national Property & Casualty team.

PR Newswire
Jan 6th, 2025
Jencap Announces Promotion Of Danny Walsh To Personal Lines National Practice Leader

"Danny's proven track record and deep understanding of the personal lines industry makes him the ideal candidate to consolidate our teams nationwide and drive business to new heights." - Mark Maher, President of Jencap

Insurance Business
Mar 6th, 2024
Jencap makes hole-in-one with key acquisition

Wholesale brokerage Jencap Group has officially announced its acquisition of Foresite Sports LLC, a specialized program manager known for its expertise in prize contingency coverage and event insurance.