Associate, Client Operations

Santa Barbara, CA (Hybrid)

$50K/yr – $66K/yrEntry LevelFull time

Posted 1 month ago

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Job Summary

Support end-to-end affiliate campaigns across a client portfolio, coordinating assets, payments, and partnerships while collaborating with internal teams to ensure timely execution and transparent reporting.

  • Campaign Execution: Assist in running affiliate campaigns, asset management, and campaign communications.
  • Operations & Partnerships: Help payout management and partnerships, supporting standard program ops.
  • Collaboration & Tools: Work with Account Management, Media Investment, and Tech Support to ensure on-time delivery and accurate tracking.

Job Description

Support end-to-end affiliate campaigns across a client portfolio, coordinating assets, payments, and partnerships while collaborating with internal teams to ensure timely execution and transparent reporting.

  • Campaign Execution: Assist in running affiliate campaigns, asset management, and campaign communications.
  • Operations & Partnerships: Help payout management and partnerships, supporting standard program ops.
  • Collaboration & Tools: Work with Account Management, Media Investment, and Tech Support to ensure on-time delivery and accurate tracking.

Responsibilities

  • Campaign Execution & Coordination: Assist in the execution of affiliate marketing campaigns for a portfolio of clients, including asset management and campaign communication.
  • Program Execution: Support internal account teams with the execution of standard program operations, including campaign support, payout management, and partnerships.
  • Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams such as Account Management, Media Investment and Technical Support to ensure seamless execution of tasks, timely completion of deliverables, and problem resolution.
  • Technology & Tool Management: Leverage internal and external marketing platforms & technology to complete campaign execution, tracking, and reporting.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree or related work experience
  • You are passionate about providing excellent service to internal and external customers
  • You are driven to succeed
  • You are a clear and effective communicator
  • You are able to work independently and collaborate with your team to solve complex issues
  • You are proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
  • You have strong analytical skills and attention to detail
  • You have the ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently in a fast-paced environment
  • You are respectful to varying opinions and perspectives

Preferred

    Benefits

    • Flexible time off without the hassle of accrual
    • A generous number of paid holidays
    • Company-sponsored team-building events
    • An Employee Referral Program
    • Annual recognition awards
    • Hybrid work arrangements for optimal work-life balance
    • Parental bonding leave
    • Backup care options for children and elders
    • An employee discount program
    • International SOS program for global support
    • Business Resource Groups, where employees connect over shared interests to cultivate an engaging, inclusive environment
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    CJ

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    From pioneering affiliate marketing to powering the future of connected commerce, CJ has been the trusted leader in partnership-based growth since 1998.Founded in Santa Barbara, California, CJ (formerly Commission Junction) is the world’s most established performance marketing platform, trusted by over 3,800 global brands across retail, travel, finance, and home services. Our technology and expertise connect 167K+ publishers and brands to billions of consumers worldwide, driving measurable, profitable growth.As part of Publicis Groupe, and aligned with Publicis Media, we unite data, technology, and strategic expertise to deliver a truly customer-centric approach. With a legacy of innovation and a vision for what’s next, CJ continues to set the standard for performance marketing — building partnerships that scale, campaigns that perform, and commerce that connects.

    Founded in 1998
    Santa Barbara, California, USA
    1.7K employees (352 in marketing)
    55% recommend to a friend
    53% CEO approval

    Traffic Signals

    Monthly Visitors
    1.5M
    Traffic Source Mix
    Search
    21.1%
    Direct
    63.4%
    Referral
    10.8%
    Social
    1.9%
    Paid
    2.6%

    Headcount Trend

    Current headcount: ~1.7K

    Marketing Team

    Marketing Team Size
    319 (18% of company)
    Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
    10

    Funding

    Total Funding
    $40M
    Last Raise
    $40M
    Non Equity Assistance, 22 years ago

    Funding History

    • Dec 2003
      Non Equity Assistance • $40M