Partner Growth Manager, Affiliate Marketing (French Market) in Newcastle upon Tyne

LOCATION

The Partner Growth Manager (French Market) is a remote, work from home position, as are all positions at Acceleration Partners. Candidates need to reside in the UK or Germany. Some travel is required for client meetings or other internal meetings, conferences, etc. Candidates must hold a valid passport, be able to travel internationally and speak fluent French.

THE ROLE

Acceleration Partners is accepting applications for an exciting new role that will sit in our Strategic Territory Growth department. We are seeking an experienced Strategic Partnership Development Manager with business development/account management experience, to support the growth of this exciting new department and have a key focus in the French affiliate space. This person will be required to join client calls to pitch high value opportunities, provide strategic insights, track their progress to goals and proactively manage the top 10 partners for their respective clients. Thinking with a how not if mentality, maintaining an action-oriented approach, and effective questioning will be critical in this role.

TOP 5 JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Client Revenue: Contributes to overall revenue goal for Growth & Partnerships department, and the growth of managed clients, through creation of high potential relationships and optimization of publishers.
• Performance and Placement Trackers: Consistently updates department relationship tracker with details on the partnerships they facilitate; updates client-approved placement tracker.
• Subject Matter Expert in Client Verticals and Partner Relationships: Is a trusted and knowledgeable resource; is an expert in verticals of managed clients; proactively leads conversations to lend expertise and knowledge across the organisation.
• Business Development and Publisher Relationships: Identifies new, high-quality partnerships and/or areas of opportunity based on client needs, industry evolvement and SimilarWeb.
• Written and Verbal Communication: Is comfortable with cold emailing; communications are clear, informative, and engaging.

QUALITIES OF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Has strong aptitude for identifying digital strategies based on publisher business models, specifically in the French market.
• Quickly develops new relationships who can recruit brand-to-brand and unique partners.
• Self-starter with a strong internal motivation to hit targets.
• Experience working with small medium businesses with a deep understanding of their business and media challenges.
• Proven knowledge and understanding of performance and acquisition marketing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Knowledge of French Market; French language fluency required.
• 4+ years business development or relevant work experience (including account management, contract negotiations, marketing).
• Experience working in a sales or account management role with small businesses.
• Proven track record of reaching and exceeding goals.
• Experience in Performance Marketing (particularly Affiliate Marketing) industry preferred.

WHY ACCELERATION PARTNERS

Acceleration Partners is the world’s largest and first-to-market Partnership Marketing Agency creating and nurturing partnerships that drive exceptional measurable outcomes for their clients. Managing clients in 40+ countries, AP’s global team focuses on data-driven strategies that connect brands to the right consumers through affiliate and influencer marketing.

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).

Target salary range: £40-50,000 depending on location and experience. Benefits may vary based on employment status or country location.