Affiliate Manager / Partnerships Manager (Performance Marketing)

✨ Affiliate Manager / Partnerships Manager (Performance Marketing)

🚀 About the Opportunity

I’m partnering with a fast-growing, performance-driven digital company that is looking to bring on an Affiliate / Partnerships Manager to own and scale a critical revenue channel.

This is a high-impact, hands-on role where you’ll be responsible for building and expanding affiliate partnerships, driving customer acquisition, and directly influencing revenue growth.

The ideal candidate is someone who understands performance marketing and affiliate partnerships inside and out, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and knows how to source, negotiate, and scale high-performing partnerships.

🎯What You’ll Do

Own business development efforts to identify, recruit, and onboard new affiliate partnersNegotiate and structure partnerships across CPA, CPL, and revenue share modelsDevelop and execute affiliate growth strategies to drive lead volume, conversion, and ROIMonitor lead performance, partner ROI, and lead quality — optimizing continuouslyAnalyze performance data to identify trends and uncover growth opportunitiesBuild and maintain strong partner relationships through ongoing communication and performance reviewsCollaborate cross-functionally with marketing, analytics, and product teams to improve outcomesRepresent the company at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities

✅ What You’ll Need

3+ years of hands-on experience in affiliate marketing or partnership-driven business development (this is not a paid media role)Proven success sourcing, closing, and scaling affiliate or performance-based partnerships that drive measurable resultsExperience working with CPA, CPL, and/or revenue share modelsStrong track record of partner sourcing, negotiation, and relationship managementData-driven mindset with the ability to analyze performance metrics (ROI, LTV, conversion rates) and optimize campaignsExperience working with affiliate platforms/networks (e.g., Impact, CJ, ShareASale, etc.)Ability to manage multiple partners, pricing models, and performance metrics simultaneouslyStrong communication, persuasion, and negotiation skillsSelf-starter who can operate independently and take full ownership of a revenue channelComfortable working in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environmentAbility to work a hybrid schedule (3 days/week in NYC office)

**Candidates with primarily paid media backgrounds (SEM, paid social, programmatic) without direct affiliate experience will not be considered.

⭐ Nice-to-Have

Experience in lead generation or high-volume customer acquisition environmentsBackground in fintech, consumer services, marketplaces, or performance-driven businessesFamiliarity with tracking, attribution, and affiliate reporting toolsExperience scaling affiliate programs from early-stage to growth

💼 Benefits

Health Care Plans (Medical, Dental & Vision)FSA and HSA OptionsRetirement Plan (401k with match)Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)Paid Time OffShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Training & DevelopmentCompetitive base salary + performance-based bonus + equity

📍 Location & Compensation

This role is Hybrid, with three days per week in the New York City office.

The expected base salary for this position is $100,000+ per year (TBD). This role is eligible for an annual cash bonus and equity. Compensation may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Salary ranges are provided in accordance with New York City Human Rights Law.

Disclaimer

The above information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications required.