Affiliate Manager

Creative Clicks B.V.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading performance marketing company in Toronto is seeking an Affiliate Manager to develop and manage partnerships with publishers. The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of affiliate marketing experience and 2 years of sales or business development. This role requires strong communication, analytical skills, and attention to detail. The company offers a hybrid work model and opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Hybrid work model

Opportunities to attend industry events

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in affiliate marketing or performance-based advertising.
• Strong understanding of CPA campaigns and mobile performance.
• Proven ability to proactively manage publisher relationships.

Responsibilities

• Onboard new publishers into the network and manage existing portfolios.
• Recruit new publishers using various outreach methods.
• Analyze performance metrics and collaborate with internal teams.

Skills

Affiliate marketing experience

Sales experience

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

Post-secondary education

Tools

CRM tools

Job description

About Creative Clicks

Creative Clicks is a leading global performance marketing company specializing in mobile-first advertising and high-volume digital acquisition. We work with a diverse network of publishers and advertisers, supporting mobile offers, cost-per-action campaigns, app installs, mobile lead generation, and pay-per-call initiatives across international markets.

We are expanding our affiliate team and looking for a driven, relationship-focused Affiliate Manager who excels at both account management and new business development. If you thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and understand the performance marketing ecosystem, this role offers the opportunity to grow and make a measurable impact.

Role Overview

The Affiliate Manager is responsible for developing, maintaining, and scaling strong partnerships with publishers and traffic sources. You will manage day-to-day operations across existing accounts while continuously growing the network through recruitment, negotiation, and strategic relationship building. This role requires solid analytical skills, excellent communication, and a proactive, performance-driven mindset.

Key Responsibilities

Affiliate Network Management

• Onboard new publishers and traffic sources into the network, including handling IOs, agreements, and required documentation.
• Manage a portfolio of existing publishers through daily communication, performance monitoring, issue resolution, and ongoing optimization.
• Ensure brand safety, compliance, and fraud prevention across all activities.

Business Development

• Recruit new high-quality publishers using industry platforms, LinkedIn, direct outreach, and personal networks.
• Identify opportunities to expand network supply in mobile apps, pay-per-call, lead generation, and other performance verticals relevant to Creative Clicks.
• Build long-term relationships that increase revenue, traffic quality, and collaboration.

Campaign Development & Optimization

• Source relevant offers for publishers and secure competitive payouts.
• Analyze performance metrics, make data-driven recommendations, and ensure sustainable growth.
• Collaborate with internal teams to promote campaigns and develop new opportunities.

Operational Excellence

• Execute offer onboarding, contract processes, and administrative tasks with accuracy and organization.
• Maintain up-to-date records in CRM systems and internal tools.
• Provide feedback to internal teams on market trends, client needs, and platform improvements.

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with fellow Affiliate Managers and Development Managers to align on goals, opportunities, and vertical growth strategies.
• Support team efficiency by sharing insights, onboarding improvements, and best practices.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in affiliate marketing, digital media, or performance-based advertising.
• Minimum 2 years of sales or business development experience with demonstrated closing skills.
• Strong understanding of CPA campaigns, mobile performance, and affiliate models.
• Proven ability to manage publisher relationships and grow accounts proactively.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Highly organized with strong follow-up discipline and attention to detail.
• Experienced with CRM tools and online communication platforms.
• Performance-driven mindset with the ability to operate independently and meet targets.
• Post-secondary education preferred.

Nice to Have

• Experience in Pay Per Call.
• Exposure to mobile-first user acquisition or high-volume traffic environments.
• Established network of publishers in the affiliate marketing space.

What We Offer

• A fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where you can grow quickly and take ownership.
• Hybrid work model with flexibility.
• Collaborative team of experienced marketers and affiliate specialists.
• Opportunities to attend industry events and expand your global network.
• A culture built on innovation, learning, and continuous improvement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Creative Clicks is proud to be a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic. All selection decisions are based solely on job-related factors.