Client Development Director

CJ; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a visionary Client Development Director to elevate their affiliate and performance marketing operations. This role offers a unique opportunity to drive revenue growth and build high-performing partnerships in a fast-paced environment. You will lead a talented team, develop innovative strategies, and represent the company at industry events. If you are commercially savvy and thrive on building relationships while delivering exceptional results, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Experience in affiliate marketing and digital media.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute affiliate marketing strategies.
• Build and maintain partnerships with publishers and influencers.
• Lead and mentor a team of associates and managers.

Skills

Affiliate Marketing

Digital Media

Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Company Description

As part of Publicis Groupe, CJ Affiliate is the leader in Global Affiliate Marketing. We take pride in our innovative technology, comprehensive data solutions, and our people. We equip our teams with the tools, training, and career development opportunities to provide cutting-edge solutions, strategies, and support that deliver high-quality results for our clients. We work in an energetic, results-oriented, collaborative team environment that recognizes exceptional performance. As we evolve and grow as a business, so do you.

Overview

We’re looking for a talented Client Development Director to help take our affiliate and performance marketing operations to the next level. If you’re a visionary leader with deep expertise in affiliate strategy, partnerships, negotiation, and data-driven growth, this is your chance to make a major contribution.

As Client Development Director, you will own and evolve the affiliate strategy, drive revenue growth, and build high-performing partnerships with publishers, influencers, and technology solutions for a significant client portfolio. You will lead a team of associates and managers, foster strategic relationships, and ensure CJ solutions keep us at the forefront of performance marketing innovation.

As a senior member of the UK team, you will be expected to establish yourself as a knowledge source across the company amongst all team members. Additionally, at the Director level, you will be expected to represent CJ externally at industry events and public speaking opportunities.

This role is perfect for a commercially savvy leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, loves building relationships, and is always looking ahead to the next big opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute affiliate marketing strategies to meet client objectives.
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with publishers, influencers, and tech providers.
• Lead and mentor a team of associates and managers.
• Drive revenue growth through innovative performance marketing solutions.
• Represent CJ at industry events and public speaking engagements.

Requirements

• Previous experience in Affiliate Marketing.
• Significant exposure in digital media/client services with responsibility for digital marketing teams.
• Previous people management experience with strong leadership capabilities.
• Understanding of digital channels, tracking online consumer behavior, and digital technology.
• A strategic background with successful delivery of client business objectives.
• Proven problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills, including use of AI and automation solutions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Available to commute to our London HQ in White City.
• Potential for short-haul travel.