Affiliate Manager

Topeka, KS (Unknown)

Salary Not AvailableMid Level4+ years exp

Posted 6 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own the partner and vendor engagement program, coordinating pilot initiatives, reporting, and cross-functional campaigns to drive advisor growth and program scalability.

  • Partnership Operations: Manage advisor communications, program timelines, and participant follow-ups to keep pilots on track.
  • Campaign Execution: Support joint campaigns, webinars, events, and promotions with vendors and advisors.
  • Reporting & Optimization: Gather vendor metrics and create executive-ready materials to identify improvements and growth opportunities.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a primary point of contact for strategic partners and vendors, helping build strong relationships and support ongoing engagement initiatives
  • Coordinate advisor pilot programs, including participant communication, timelines, tracking, and follow-up
  • Gather and organize vendor reporting, revenue-share data, and key performance metrics to support business decisions
  • Assist with the execution of partnership campaigns, promotions, webinars, workshops, and advisor events
  • Collaborate with internal teams across Marketing, Compliance, Operations, and IT to support partnership initiatives
  • Prepare presentations, advisor resources, reporting materials, and executive summaries
  • Respond to advisor questions related to affiliate programs, vendor offerings, and promotional opportunities
  • Help identify process improvements that enhance advisor experiences and support program growth
  • Coordinate vendor onboarding, documentation, contracts, and operational follow-up items

Requirements

  • 2–4 years of experience in project coordination, account management, vendor management, marketing operations, or a related field
  • Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Exceptional attention to detail and follow-through
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams
  • Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint

Preferred

  • Experience working with external vendors, partnerships, or affiliate programs
  • Financial services, marketing, or related industry experience
  • Experience using CRM systems, reporting dashboards, or project management tools

Benefits

  • Amazing benefits including medical, dental, vision and 401k (with matching options)
  • Generous PTO package from your start date
  • Access to an on-site café, gym and primary care
  • Continuous personal and professional development opportunities
  • Recognition for hard work & exemplary performance
  • Employee sponsored events…and more!
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Advisors Excel helps transform independent financial advisors from good advisors into great business owners so they can enjoy more freedom, growth and fun. An Unrivaled Partner, we’re your IMO+. Since our founding around a kitchen table in 2005, we’ve reimagined the Independent Marketing Organization’s role in our industry, providing comprehensive support and services and an unparalleled peer network. We help the country’s most elite financial professionals help their clients have amazing retirements and create financial legacies. Big on Purpose:At Advisors Excel, we’re big on purpose, and that’s a good thing. Why? Because our size allows us to make a significant impact for our advisors, our employees and our community. We offer unparalleled assistance that smaller organizations simply can't match. This level of support ensures your needs are met promptly and thoroughly, allowing you to focus on what you do best — serving your clients. We're big enough to make an impact and support your growth, yet small enough to offer personalized support and celebrate every victory with you.Holistic Partnership:Whether you need a business coach, marketing agency, IT support, operational assistance, case design, product support, or compliance officers, AE provides comprehensive solutions designed to add value to your business. Expect More:At Advisors Excel, we're not just an IMO. We’re an Unrivaled Partner and home to a community of growth-minded advisors.Join us. Experience the difference of an IMO+ and see how we can help you grow, thrive and succeed.

Founded in 2005
Topeka, Kansas, USA
816 employees (203 in marketing)
82% recommend to a friend
100% CEO approval

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
62.6K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
20.8%
Direct
72.6%
Referral
5.7%
Social
0.6%
Paid
0.3%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~815

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
144 (18% of company)

Funding

Last Raise
Private Equity, 15 years ago

Funding History

  • Jan 2011
    Private Equity

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