Description We are the UK’s leading premium publisher, home to iconic and influential media brands including Esquire, Men’s & Women’s Health, ELLE, Good Housekeeping, Harper’s Bazaar, Digital Spy, Cosmopolitan, Red and more. At Hearst UK, we don’t just create content - we shape culture. Hearst UK operates an in office policy with flexible Friday’s. Our office is based at House of Hearst, 30 Panton Street, St James’s, London, SW1Y 4AJ, where teams collaborate in person and connect across brands and functions. Salary - Circa 50,000 - Salary is dependent on experience and will be assessed in line with the candidate’s skills, knowledge, and relevant expertise. The Role… The primary objective of the Commerce Partnerships Manager is to drive growth in Commerce revenues through negotiating competitive Affiliate deals with top revenue driving merchants, and by establishing and executing eCommerce strategies with the editorial team. You will also be responsible for leading negotiations on Affiliate Tenancies, and Digital Shopping partnerships across multiple verticals. Main Duties Define and deliver affiliate and commerce strategies across key verticals to achieve brand, audience, and revenue growth goals. Manage and grow relationships with affiliate merchants, retailers, and networks, negotiating commission rates, tenancy deals, and new partnership opportunities. Lead data analysis, reporting, and performance optimisation using affiliate platforms and analytics tools, providing insights and recommendations to stakeholders. Drive growth across eCommerce traffic streams and shopping propositions, working closely with editorial, audience development, and advertising teams. Oversee the execution and optimisation of affiliate campaigns, tenancy activity, paid search/social, and seasonal shopping events such as Black Friday and Prime Day. Manage communications with editorial teams around deals, promotions, exclusives, and affiliate opportunities, ensuring content is commercially optimised. Act as a strategic ambassador for Hearst UK, contributing to wider business objectives and supporting additional responsibilities as required. What We Are Looking For… 3–4 years’ experience within the affiliate industry, with a strong understanding of affiliate programmes and tenancy in digital media. Strong commercial and sales skills, with the ability to sell complex packages and manage senior stakeholder relationships. Advanced Excel, reporting, and data analysis skills, including interpreting affiliate KPIs such as EPC, CPA, and CPC, and identifying trends/anomalies across datasets. Confident presenting data and insights to both internal and external stakeholders. Highly organised with strong attention to detail, able to manage deadlines and work proactively in a fast-paced environment. Strong teamwork, leadership, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to contribute to wider business strategy. Passion for and understanding of Hearst’s brands, audience, and editorial values. Benefits… (Your benefits at Hearst UK are more than just extras—they are tools to help you thrive in every part of life.) Hearst Exclusives - Only for You! Get adventurous with Good Housekeeping Taste and Beauty Testing Panels - yes, you could be trying the next big thing in beauty, food & drink. Snag luxe beauty steals at our legendary office sample sales - score big on top brands without breaking the bank! Inclusion, Health & Wellbeing: Feel Your Best Stay healthy with Specsavers eye care, a company-funded Health Cash Plan, and access to mental health support. Get active and stress-free with discounted gym memberships and the Cycle to Work scheme. Embrace flexibility with a Location Flex and Holiday Exchange to take time when you need it. Take time to give back with a Charity Day and access wellbeing resources whenever you need them. Join one of our Hearst ERG Groups. Financial Wellness - Boost Your Budget Plan ahead with a generous Workplace Pension, Income Protection, Life Assurance and Season Ticket Loan for easier commuting. Make smarter money moves using Salary Finance tools, Financial Wellbeing sessions, and Home Tech benefits to spread costs. Treat yourself with major discounts across London plus everyday savings via the HAPI at Hearst app Hearst UK is deeply committed to using our influential brands to reflect the world we want to live in – one that respects, protects, represents and uplifts the voices and opinions of all people. As a business, we recognise the significant benefits of creativity, collaboration and innovation that comes with diverse teams. Not only is diversifying the voices in our organization the right thing to do, but it also helps us to make powerful and exciting content that can be enjoyed by many more people. This is why we’re working to build a sense of true belonging within our business and foster a culture in which everyone feels heard.