Agency Automation Specialist - P&C Insurance

The salary range for this job posting is $69,152.00 - $110,642.00 annually + bonus + benefits. Pay Type: Salary The above represents the full salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay and job title, we'll consider your location, education, experience, and other job-related factors, and will fall within the stated range. Your recruiter can share more information about the specific salary range during the hiring process. We are seeking an Agency Automation Specialist (P&C Insurance) to support our independent agency partners. We strongly prefer candidates who are located near our Charleston, WV office and able to work a hybrid schedule; however, we are open to highly qualified home-based candidates residing in any state where we are authorized to hire, as listed on our careers page. Are you a Referral? If you know a current Encova Insurance associate and would like to apply as a referral, please encourage them to submit your referral information before you submit your application. You will receive an email with a direct URL link to the Job Posting of interest. Applying through this URL link will create your referral relationship for our Talent Acquisition Team. Unique residence requirements are listed in each job posting, please review closely for details. Encova is only able to employ associates who reside and work within specific U.S. states. Our current policies are based on the laws in states in which we are registered for payroll. Our current footprint includes: Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin.

JOB OBJECTIVE

The Agency Automation Specialist is responsible for defining and executing Encova's agency automation strategy to ensure we remain competitive and a preferred carrier for technology-enabled agencies. This role identifies where Encova must invest and advance capabilities across agency connectivity and workflow integration‑including download, comparative raters, bridging, real‑time/APIs, and book roll enablement‑and drives those priorities from concept through adoption and continuous improvement. Serving as the bridge between strategy and execution, this position partners across distribution, IT, operations, and external vendors to translate market trends and agency needs into actionable initiatives that improve ease of doing business, increase submission flow, and support profitable growth.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Own and evolve Encova's agency automation roadmap, aligning capabilities with distribution strategy, ease-of-doing-business expectations, and market competitiveness Translate industry trends (IVANS, AMS platforms, raters, connectivity models) and agency feedback into clear priorities and investment recommendations Serve as a subject matter expert on agency technology ecosystems; influence enterprise decisions related to automation capabilities, vendor partnerships, and integration priorities Lead end‑to‑end implementation and optimization of agency automation capabilities, partnering directly with agencies, AMS providers, and connectivity vendors Execute and oversee key capabilities, including: download setup, validation, and stabilization, comparative rater and bridging integrations, Agency management system connectivity Support book roll readiness, conversions, and expansion initiatives, ensuring automation capabilities and workflows enable scalable growth Design and continuously improve a scalable onboarding and enablement strategy that drives adoption of automation capabilities Develop and maintain high-impact agency-facing and internal resources (best practices, training, job aids, communication materials) Partner with agent-facing teams to embed automation into agency engagement and growth strategies Identify and reduce friction points across onboarding, integration, and ongoing agency workflows Establish and monitor automation KPIs and success metrics, linking adoption to business outcomes (submission flow, efficiency, agency engagement) Analyze automation utilization, agency performance, and workflow gaps to drive data‑informed improvements and prioritization Conduct ongoing needs assessments to identify capability gaps, adoption barriers, and opportunities for optimization Build and manage relationships with key technology and connectivity partners, ensuring performance, accountability, and innovation Represent Encova in industry forums, user groups, and vendor engagements to stay ahead of trends and influence future capabilities Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for agency interface issues, ensuring timely resolution and long‑term fixes Identify and prioritize enhancement opportunities that improve agency workflows and system performance

OTHER FUNCTIONS

Participate in strategic initiatives that enhance agency experience and distribution effectiveness. Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Bachelor's degree strongly preferred Minimum of five years of relevant experience in agency automation, agency distribution, carrier operations, or agency technology ecosystems Proven ability to define strategy and deliver execution, balancing long‑term vision with hands‑on implementation Strong understanding of independent agency workflows and technology ecosystems, including management systems and connectivity models Demonstrated ability to translate technical capabilities into business value and agency outcomes Excellent communication and influencing skills; ability to engage effectively with agencies, leadership, and cross‑functional teams Strong project management and prioritization skills across multiple initiatives Analytical mindset with ability to turn data into actionable insights Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools Strongly preferred: Deep expertise in: Download and connectivity ecosystems (e.g., IVANS) Comparative raters solutions Agency management systems and integration models Experience supporting book rolls, conversions, or large‑scale agency onboarding initiatives Experience working with or managing agency technology vendors and partnerships Experience driving automation adoption, workflow integration, or technology‑enabled process improvement strongly preferred Some overnight travel required This position has been evaluated in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Encova Insurance makes every effort to reasonably accommodate disabilities to permit performance of the essential functions and candidates who need such accommodation are encouraged to seek it. This description reflects the nature and level of work performed by associates in this position. It is not an all-inclusive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required. It provides an accurate overview of the work and skills needed to perform this position. Because job content may change from time to time, Encova Insurance reserves the right to add and/or delete functions from this job as it deems necessary for business reasons. Ready to join our team? At Encova Insurance, we firmly believe that our associates drive our company's success by delivering unrivaled service to our customers. With success in mind, we make an ongoing effort to provide an environment that offers challenging, stimulating, and financially rewarding opportunities. Join us to discover a work experience where you can learn and grow to your fullest potential. What you can expect from us In addition to a competitive compensation package, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well‑being and growth of our associates. Available benefits (subject to any policy or plan changes) include, but are not limited to: Health, Dental & Vision Insurance Company-provided life and income protection plans Eligibility to participate in a company incentive bonus program 401(k) Retirement Plan - 100% company match up to 7% on annual salary Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Floating Holidays Flexible Work Arrangements - Hybrid and remote depending on the role We believe that happy, healthy associates are the foundation of great work. Join us and thrive both professionally and personally. Encova Insurance is an EOE/E-Verify employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Encova Insurance