Overview

Location: London, United Kingdom; Manchester, United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom. Position: Account Specialist, Affiliate Marketing. Location flexibility: UK or Germany. The Account Specialist position is remote and work-from-home. 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 will 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 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, flag any potential delays, and keep the team informed. Leverage tools and client tracking platforms to support program goals.
• Program & Portfolio Management – Manage multiple affiliate campaigns, maintaining a balanced focus across each, and organize 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:

• Proficient in the day-to-day operations of multiple affiliate programs, including managing reporting, affiliate applications, recruitment, and creative asset deployment.
• Regularly present new campaign ideas to managers and demonstrate understanding of program performance, ensuring regular fraud checks and compliance.
• Develop strong relationships with clients and affiliates and execute tasks with minimal guidance.

By 1 Year:

• Troubleshoot and resolve account and affiliate issues independently, providing valuable insights and actionable recommendations to clients and internal teams.
• Become an integral part of each program, developing new ideas and improving processes to create efficiencies.
• 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

• 1-2 years of experience; background in online marketing, e-commerce, or affiliate marketing beneficial.
• Familiarity with affiliate networks and 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 and team meetings.

Why Acceleration Partners?

Acceleration Partners is a global Partnership and Marketing Agency that creates and nurtures partnerships to drive measurable outcomes for clients. Serving clients in 40+ countries with a global team, they focus on data-driven strategies that connect brands to the right consumers through performance partnerships, traditional affiliate, influencer, performance PR, content and B2B partnership marketing. They work with brands such as Amazon, Target, Google, Warby Parker, Crocs, Reebok, and more, delivering integrated solutions and growth.

AP Perks & Benefits – What we offer

• 100% remote work for everyone
• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• Summer & Holiday Wellness Breaks in July and December
• Volunteer and Birthday Time Off
• Focus Fridays (no internal meetings)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefits
• Paid sabbatical leaves, donation matching, and more
• Target salary range: £27–40K depending on location and experience

Benefits may vary based on employment status or country location.

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