Part-time Affiliate Marketing Manager (Media Sector)
I am working with a leading UK media organisation who are seeking a freelance Affiliate Marketing Manager to help shape and elevate their subscription acquisition strategy. This short-term contract offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a high-profile brand while remaining behind the scenes.
This is a part-time hybrid role with 1 day in Peterborough and 2 days working from home.
They are looking for someone with deep expertise in affiliate marketing to assess their company's current performance, define a future-forward strategy, and build the foundations for scalable growth. You'll bring a data-led mindset, strong commercial instincts, and the ability to leave behind a legacy of best practices.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop a strategic Affiliate Playbook covering partner segmentation, promotional planning, and technical needs.
* Establish and manage relationships with high-performing Programme Partners (PPs).
* Lead promotional planning across BAU and campaign activity, including commission models and tenancy placements.
* Define vetting principles for new PPs and actively source growth-driving partners.
* Design competitive, ROI-positive commission structures tailored to publishers and campaigns.
* Ensure robust validation, attribution, and fraud prevention processes.
* Collaborate with analysts to deliver performance insights to senior stakeholders.
* Deliver training sessions to upskill internal teams on the AWIN platform.
* Create a Best Practice Guide to empower future affiliate marketing efforts.
Ideal Candidate
* Proven experience in affiliate marketing, especially with AWIN.
* Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
* Familiarity with tracking technologies: GTM, CMP, server-side tracking.
* Skilled in creating structured plans and training materials.
* Excellent communicator with strong stakeholder management.
* Organised, proactive, and solutions-oriented.
* Comfortable navigating complex corporate environments.
If you're a seasoned affiliate marketing professional ready to take on a strategic freelance challenge, then please apply now with your up-to-date CV.
Video Interviews are commencing next Thursday and Friday, so early applications are encouraged.
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