Account Manager – Partners & Affiliates
Build the network behind the future of the TCG hobby.
Backed by some of the biggest names in the business, Ace Grading is on a mission to become the No 1 grading platform for trading card collectors and resellers worldwide. As we scale, we’re building a powerful B2B partner and affiliate ecosystem and we’re looking for the person who will help make that happen.
This is a commercial, performance based role where you’ll own relationships with card shops, resellers, marketplaces & affiliates, turning them into long-term partners for Ace.
If you love building relationships, closing partnerships, building new business and working at a fast-paced scale up this role is for you.
What you’ll do…
* Sign and grow retail and online reseller partnerships (UK, US, EU first but globally over time).
* Help roll out Ace-branded in-store grading hubs and POS displays.
* Turn partners into high-volume, repeat submitter growth partners.
* Own and grow Ace’s affiliate programme with creators and retailers.
* Represent Ace at card shows, trade events and industry meetups.
* Work closely with marketing and operations to unlock new growth ideas.
This role is accountable for real commercial impact: Submissions, B2B acquisition & retention and partner performance.
What we’re looking for…
* c5 years’ experience in account management, partnerships, business development or affiliate marketing.
* Comfortable working with small owner-managed retailers and B2B customers.
* Confident negotiator with strong commercial instincts.
* Equally happy:
* Visiting card shops and events
* Managing affiliates and reviewing performance data
* Organised, proactive and happy working autonomously.
* A genuine interest in trading cards, collectibles or hobby-driven brands.
Why join Ace Grading?
* Help build the distribution backbone of a fast-growing brand.
* Work directly with card shops, creators and major personalities in the TCG space.
* Own a critical growth channel with clear visibility and real impact.
* Shape how card grading is experienced in-store and online.
* Join a passionate, ambitious team building the future of the hobby.
Banbury-based | Regular travel to partners & events