Manager, Affiliate

Seattle, WA (Hybrid)

$80K/yr – $95K/yrManager3+ years expFull time

Posted 2 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own and grow affiliate and partner programs end-to-end, guiding clients through planning, execution, and optimization while building trusted relationships and delivering measurable growth across partnerships.

  • Own day-to-day client relationships and translate performance into actionable steps.
  • Lead reporting, compliance, and cross-team execution to maximize program impact.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Lead Affiliate Programs and Client Partnerships
  • Own the day-to-day management of affiliate and partner marketing programs, serving as a primary point of contact for clients. Guide clients and partners through planning, execution, and optimization while building trusted relationships through clear communication and thoughtful, performance-focused recommendations.
  • Develop Affiliate Growth Strategies
  • Create strategic roadmaps that align affiliate initiatives with client goals and broader business objectives. Identify opportunities to expand programs through new partnerships, placements, and promotional strategies that increase reach and drive measurable growth.
  • Recruit and Scale Partner Relationships
  • Source, recruit, and onboard new affiliates and strategic partners to strengthen program performance. Evaluate partner fit, test new opportunities, and cultivate high-value relationships that contribute to long-term program success.
  • Drive Performance and Optimization
  • Monitor program pacing and performance across partners, placements, and offers. Analyze results to uncover optimization opportunities and recommend adjustments that improve efficiency, scale high-performing relationships, and maximize return.
  • Lead Reporting and Performance Insights
  • Own monthly reporting and performance reviews, translating program data into clear insights and actionable next steps. Help clients understand what is driving results and where new opportunities exist for growth.

Requirements

  • 3–5 years of experience in affiliate, partner, or performance marketing, ideally within an agency or client-services environment.
  • Experience owning day-to-day client relationships and confidently leading client conversations.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present recommendations and performance insights clearly.
  • A strategic, data-driven mindset and the ability to translate performance results into actionable next steps.
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to balance multiple clients and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets for reporting and analysis.
  • Experience creating client-facing presentations in PowerPoint or Google Slides.
  • A proactive, solutions-oriented approach and a strong sense of curiosity and accountability.
  • A collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for contributing to a growing affiliate practice.
  • Experience mentoring or supporting the development of junior team members, with readiness to take on formal people-management responsibilities.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work environment with flexible hours
  • Unlimited PTO + company holidays
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and disability coverage
  • Life & AD&D insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid parental leave & family support
  • Pet care perks & insurance
  • Learning & career development programs
  • Commuter & transit benefits
  • Exclusive employee discounts
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New Engen is a digital marketing agency driving impact for brands across every phase of the customer journey – maximizing it, measuring it, and repeating it. Through a genuine passion for building brands, a relentless desire to challenge the status quo, and deep digital expertise across hundreds of brands and verticals, we put our clients on the cutting edge of what’s possible in digital marketing.

Founded in 2016
Seattle, Washington, US
479 employees (204 in marketing)
74% recommend to a friend
97% CEO approval

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
33.3K
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$53
Traffic Source Mix
Search
30.6%
Direct
45.4%
Referral
15.4%
Social
6.9%
Paid
1.4%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~471

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
184 (39% of company)
Median Career Experience
9 years
Median Tenure
3.3 years
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
29

Funding

Total Funding
$10.6M
Last Raise
$8.1M
Private Equity, 4 years ago

Funding History

  • Dec 2021
    Private Equity
  • May 2017
    Series A • $8.1M
  • Sep 2016
    Seed • $2.5M

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