Senior Account Manager - Affiliate Partnerships

Are Media Pty Limited; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Additional paid leave

Paid parental leave

Learning pathways

Wellbeing program

Exclusive discounts

BELONG @ Are culture

Job summary

Are Media Pty Limited in Sydney is seeking a Senior Account Manager - Affiliate to grow our affiliate and ecommerce business by connecting leading retailers and brands with engaged audiences.

Reporting to the Head of Shopping & Affiliate, you will drive new business, expand strategic partnerships and create performance-led commerce opportunities. Join a trusted content and brand portfolio and help shape our commerce growth.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in account management, partnerships, digital media sales or a similar commercially focused role.
• Proven ability to win new business, grow client relationships and turn commercial opportunities into revenue.
• Strong communication, pitching and negotiation skills, with the confidence to build relationships and influence stakeholders.
• Collaborative, results-driven mindset, with strong commercial instincts and experience mentoring others. Exposure to affiliate marketing, ecommerce or digital publishing is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Drive new business by identifying, pitching and securing retail and ecommerce partnerships that grow affiliate revenue.
• Build and grow strategic relationships with brands, retailers, agencies and affiliate networks, negotiating commercial agreements and unlocking opportunities.
• Develop high-impact commerce campaigns with Shopping, Content and Sales teams, using audience insights and retail trends.
• Lead and optimise performance by using campaign insights to maximise partner investment and mentor junior team members.

Job description

Who are we?

Our portfolio includes some of Australia’s most iconic and trusted brands, including The Australian Women’s Weekly, ELLE, marie claire, New Idea, Australian House & Garden, Bounty Parents, Better Homes & Gardens and more!

We are Australia’s leading omnichannel content company for women! Every day we inform, inspire and connect with 9 in 10 Australian women through magazine media, digital, video, social, e-commerce, vodcasts, events and experiences.

What we can offer you

• We welcome the opportunity to explore flexible work options where appropriate, depending on the needs of the business.
• Additional paid leave, including a day off to celebrate your birthday, four days of volunteer leave each year, and inclusive leave provisions supporting reproductive, hormonal and wellbeing needs, as well as First Nations cultural and ceremonial commitments.
• Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks, plus a parenting gift pack, meal vouchers and return-to-work support.
• Opportunities to grow and develop, with access to tailored learning pathways, mentoring, Lunch & Learns, our Digital Learning Academy and professional development support.
• A comprehensive wellbeing program including EAP, Mental Health First Aiders, and a personalised online wellbeing portal with assessments, resources and lifestyle plans.
• Exclusive benefits and discounts, including Fitness Passport memberships, discounted health insurance, beauty services, technology and a range of lifestyle offers through our benefits partner Flare.
• A genuinely inclusive culture, supported through our BELONG @ Are program, where everyone is welcomed, valued and empowered to be their authentic selves.

The Role

Turn great brand partnerships into commercial growth across some of Australia’s most loved media brands!

As Senior Account Manager - Affiliate at Are Media, you’ll play a key role in growing our affiliate and ecommerce business, connecting leading retailers and brands with our highly engaged audiences.

Reporting to the Head of Shopping & Affiliate, you’ll drive new business, grow strategic partnerships and create innovative, performance-led commerce opportunities. Combining your commercial instincts with Are Media’s trusted content and brands, you’ll help shape the next phase of our commerce growth.

What you’ll be doing

• Drive new business by identifying, pitching and securing retail and ecommerce partnerships that grow affiliate and commerce revenue.
• Build and grow strategic relationships with brands, retailers, agencies and affiliate networks, negotiating commercial agreements and unlocking new opportunities.
• Develop high-impact commerce campaigns in collaboration with Shopping, Content and Sales teams, leveraging audience insights, seasonal events and retail trends.
• Lead and optimise performance by using campaign insights to maximise partner investment, identify growth opportunities and mentor junior team members.

About you

We’re looking for someone who brings:

• Significant experience in account management, partnerships, digital media sales or a similar commercially focused role.
• A proven ability to win new business, grow client relationships and turn commercial opportunities into revenue.
• Strong communication, pitching and negotiation skills, with the confidence to build relationships and influence stakeholders.
• A collaborative, results-driven mindset, with strong commercial instincts and experience mentoring others. Exposure to affiliate marketing, ecommerce or digital publishing is a bonus.

Are Media is a proud member of Media Diversity Australia, a not-for-profit organisation working towards a media landscape that looks and sounds like Australia. We are committed to fostering diverse, respectful,collaborative & inclusive workplace. We know & value the success this brings for everyone, and we welcome & encourage applications from diverse backgrounds.