Jensten Group swoops for SME-focussed specialist MGA

UK-based broking and insurance group  Jensten has acquired specialist managing general agency (MGA) Origin UW, providing commercial insurance solutions for SME businesses and professionals.

Following the deal, Origin UW will continue to function as a standalone brand within  Jensten’s wholesale division. All employees, including managing director Dawn Henderson, will remain with the group.

Jensten’s wholesale MD, Simon Taylor commented: “From the outset we knew Origin UW would be a great strategic and cultural fit for  Jensten’s existing wholesale proposition. Dawn has built a successful, specialist MGA with a great reputation in the market. This is a fantastic addition to the Group and will be of great benefit to our partner brokers and their clients.”

Alistair Hardie (pictured),  Jensten Group CEO, added: “Origin UW is a business with a strong track record and an attractive broker and client base. We look forward to supporting the team in unlocking further potential in the business.”

Henderson said: “We’re hugely excited to be joining the  Jensten Group. We’re confident this step will allow us to make even more progress in providing excellent products and service to our brokers.”

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