Account Executive, Affiliate Marketing

Germany Position: Account Specialist, Affiliate Marketing Location: UK or Germany The Account Specialist position is a remote, work-from-home role, as are all positions at Acceleration Partners (a structure central to our culture and vision to change the work/life paradigm). Some travel may be required for client meetings, internal meetings, conferences, and other events. The Role: As an Account Specialist, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of multiple affiliate programs. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of work experience. Affiliate marketing experience is not required. You will manage affiliate communications, reporting, and general account maintenance, including recruitment, newsletters, fraud checks, and data analysis. You’ll work closely with your manager and peers to maximize program effectiveness and create opportunities for growth. Top 5 Responsibilities:

• Account & Client Communication

Build and maintain client and affiliate communications, including creative newsletters and updates about promotions, program developments, and general client information. Develop relationships with clients and partners to understand their goals and objectives, providing clear and proactive communication across channels.

• Reporting & Data Management

Utilize Excel (pivot tables, v-lookups, etc.) to produce detailed reports, track performance, and analyze data for insights and trends. Summarize findings and provide actionable recommendations to optimize program performance. Proactively track key metrics and report on campaign performance.

• Strategy Execution & Task Ownership

Own and manage client tasks with minimal supervision, ensuring deadlines are met and tasks are completed accurately. Prioritize tasks effectively, flagging any potential delays and keeping the team informed. Consistently leverage tools and client tracking platforms to support program goals.

• Program & Portfolio Management

Manage multiple affiliate campaigns, maintaining a balanced focus across each, and organizing tasks by priority. Identify areas for process improvement, and provide proactive support to peers and clients. Manage risks, track fraud, and ensure compliance with program terms and conditions.

• Team Collaboration & Growth

Collaborate with peers and management to contribute ideas for process improvements and training. Serve as a resource for peers and help drive continuous improvement across the team, sharing best practices and insights. What Success Looks Like: By 6 Months:

• You will be proficient in the day-to-day operations of multiple affiliate programs, including managing reporting, affiliate applications, recruitment, and creative asset deployment.
• You will regularly present new campaign ideas to managers and demonstrate a clear understanding of program performance, ensuring regular fraud checks and compliance.
• You will have developed strong relationships with clients and affiliates and will be able to execute tasks with minimal guidance.

By 1 Year:

• You will troubleshoot and resolve account and affiliate issues independently, providing valuable insights and actionable recommendations to clients and internal teams.
• You will be an integral part of each program, developing new ideas and improving processes to create efficiencies.
• You will take on new account responsibilities with support from your manager and serve as a thought leader within the team, contributing to relationship-building and firm development.

Qualities of the Ideal Candidate

• Strong sense of curiosity
• Critical thinker
• Confident and comfortable being uncomfortable
• Flexible, resilient, coachable
• Relationship and service oriented
• Proactive and outcome oriented
• Strong work ethic and personal standards

Qualifications & Skills:

• Fluency in either French, Italian or Spanish.
• 1-2 years of experience - background in online marketing, e-commerce or affiliate marketing beneficial.
• Familiarity with affiliate networks & SaaS platforms (e.g., ShareASale Commission Junction Impact) is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (v-lookups pivot tables formatting etc.)
• Knowledge of HTML is a plus
• Ability to travel when necessary for conferences & team meetings

WHY ACCELERATION PARTNERS? Acceleration Partners is the world’s largest & first-to-market Partnership Marketing Agency creating & nurturing partnerships that drive exceptional measurable outcomes for their clients Managing clients in over forty countries AP’s global team of over three hundred focuses on data-driven strategies that connect brands to the right consumers through affiliate & influencer marketing All our work is supported by APVision our proprietary technology suite which leverages the largest dataset of any agency in the Partnership Marketing agency ecosystem Serving over two hundred brands including household names like Amazon Apple Target Google Marriott Coinbase & Burberry AP’s diversified team is creating what’s next in the industry by building high-performing partnership marketing programs As the only truly integrated global partnerships agency AP prides itself on being at the cutting edge of industry developments & leveraging proven expertise to deliver unique solutions for brands seeking sustainable growth AP Perks & Benefits - What we offer

• One hundred percent remote work for everyone
• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• Summer & Holiday Wellness Breaks in July & December
• Volunteer & Birthday Time Off
• Focus Fridays (no internal meetings)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefits
• Wellness Technology & Education Allowance
• Paid sabbatical leaves donation matching & more!! - Target salary range: €37–44K depending on location & experience Benefits may vary based on employment status or country location Acceleration Partners is committed to having a diverse & inclusive culture We would particularly welcome applications from black Asian other ethnic minority backgrounds LGBTQ candidates candidates with a disability or who are neurodivergent