OverviewAffiliate / Partnerships Marketing Manager (at realbuzz). Hybrid location with an office in Manchester Piccadilly; occasional international travel required. Salary £40k – £50k + performance incentives (annual bonus). Employment Type: Full-time. Reporting to the Head of Marketing.EngageMore is working with realbuzz, the home of charity running, assisting them in the recruitment of an Affiliate / Partnerships Marketing Manager.The roleWe are looking for a commercially minded affiliate marketing specialist to lead the development, launch, and growth of a new CPA rewards programme tailored for runners. As Marketing Partnerships Manager you will build our affiliate program from the ground up, drive tenancy revenues, and secure strategic brand sponsorships across the running and fitness ecosystem. This is a high-impact role offering the opportunity to shape a new revenue stream and work with major brands in health, fitness, apparel, and sports.As the Marketing Partnerships Manager, you will be responsible for the following:ResponsibilitiesBuild and manage a CPA-based affiliate rewards programme aimed at runners and active lifestyle consumersIdentify, recruit, and nurture relationships with relevant affiliate partners, influencers, and platformsDevelop and deliver strategies to maximise affiliate performance and ROI, including negotiating exclusive offers and optimising the customer journey for runners and subscribers looking for relevant rewardsDrive tenancy revenues by identifying commercial opportunities with brands across our digital ecosystemIdentify and execute monetisation opportunities across our marketing ecosystem including our owned channels, website and event partner inventoryCollaborate with the wider marketing team to create compelling affiliate and sponsorship propositionsSupport sponsorship acquisition effort, working alongside the Head of Marketing, pitching and securing partnerships with aligned brandsMonitor, analyse, and report on affiliate and partnership performanceStay current on affiliate trends, tools, and platforms relevant to performance marketing and sports brandsSupport the wider marketing function by attending offline event activations, sometimes including international travel given our global reachExperienceProven experience managing affiliate marketing programmes, ideally within a CPA or performance-based modelStrong commercial acumen and a track record of delivering revenue through partnerships and sponsorshipsKnowledge of affiliate platforms, tracking tools, and analytics (e.g. Impact, Partnerize, Awin, etc.). Experience working directly as part of a network is desirable but not essentialExcellent relationship management and negotiation skillsComfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environmentStrong communicator, self-starter, and natural collaboratorPassion for running, fitness, or active lifestyle sectors is a major plusThe personOrganised and drivenConfident and personable communicatorHands-on with a willingness to roll up sleeves; this is a role with significant scope for growthExcited by a scale-up environment, able to both strategise and executeWants to be part of an organisation that makes a differenceBenefits – Why Join Us?Competitive holiday allowance (22 days, plus 1 day for your birthday, plus 8 bank holidays)Perfect attendance scheme to increase holiday allowance (maximum 3 days)Holiday reward based on length of serviceCompany stakeholder pension schemeRace entry available in selected major destination running eventsJoin Realbuzz and be part of a company that values innovation, teamwork, and a commitment to helping others achieve their fitness and fundraising goals.Data and equal opportunitiesEEO Realbuzz Group is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to delivering on our equality policies. We welcome applicants from all sections of the community, particularly under-represented groups. If you require assistance with your application, please contact us via email marketing@realbuzz.com.Your privacy is very important to us. By completing this application, you are consenting to us processing your data in-line with relevant legislation such as the GDPR. Your information will be processed for recruitment purposes only. If your application is successful, your personal data may be securely retained and further processed by us in accordance with UK data privacy and employment laws. If your application is unsuccessful, your information will be retained for a period of 6 months.Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionMarketing and SalesIndustries: Advertising Services #J-18808-Ljbffr