Account Specialist, Affiliate Marketing

Affiliate Landscape; Arizona; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% remote work

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Acceleration Partners is hiring an Account Specialist in Affiliate Marketing to support client programs, manage partnerships, and optimize performance. This entry-level role offers a training path and exposure to affiliate strategies, with a remote-first setup.

You'll work closely with senior team members, analyze data, and contribute to campaign execution while developing strategic skills and industry knowledge for growth in this channel.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in online marketing, e-commerce, or affiliate marketing beneficial.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• A genuine interest in AI tools and willingness to improve.

Responsibilities

• Support management of client programs and partner activation.
• Analyze performance data and provide actionable insights.
• Assist in execution of affiliate strategies and growth initiatives.
• Support recruitment strategies to expand client reach.
• Attend industry events to build knowledge and networks.

Skills

1-2 years experience

Online marketing background

AI tools interest

Advanced Excel

HTML knowledge

Willing to travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

ShareASale

Commission Junction

Impact

Job description

# Account Specialist, Affiliate MarketingAcceleration PartnersRemote · Dallas, ArizonaPosted 15 days agoApply on Acceleration PartnersApplications are handled entirely by the employer. Source: Acceleration Partners careers · Greenhouse.Affiliate Manager role at Acceleration Partners, covering affiliate, creator / influencer, asking for 1–2 years experience.## At a glance1–2 years experienceEcommerceAffiliateCreator / influencerShareASaleAdjustInfluencer## What you'd own* Partner Management & Activation:* You will be supporting multiple client programs, building strong relationships, and contributing to client campaign execution.* You will be using data to optimize performance and make recommendations, with support from senior team members.* You will be managing smaller accounts with increasing autonomy, building strong client relationships, and offering proactive recommendations.* You will be working closely with Account Managers, contributing to the strategic success of client programs.## What they ask for* Client KPIs will be met, and you will be growing in your ability to independently manage tasks.* 1-2 years of experience- background in online marketing, e-commerce, or affiliate marketing beneficial.* A genuine interest in AI tools, including hands-on experience integrating AI into your work and an appetite to keep improving.* Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.* Knowledge of HTML is a plus.* Ability to travel when necessary for conferences and team meetings.## About the roleAccount Specialist, Affiliate MarketingLocation: The Account Specialist, Affiliate Marketing position is a remote, work-from-home role, as are all positions at Acceleration Partners (a structure central to our culture and vision to change the work/life paradigm). Some travel is required for client meetings, internal meetings, conferences, and other events.The Role : Acceleration Partners is accepting applications for an Account Specialist role within our growing Affiliate Marketing team. As an Account Specialist you will support the management of client accounts, assisting in the execution of affiliate marketing strategies, analyzing performance data, and building strong client relationships. You will work closely with senior team members, learning to manage accounts while contributing and growing in your knowledge and expertise about the channel. This is an entry level role where we encourage individuals from a variety of career backgrounds to apply. A structured training program will be provided to enable growth within your role and understanding of affiliate marketing.Top 5 Responsibilities:Client Support & Relationship Building:Work closely with Account Directors and SAM/AM’s to offer support across multiple accounts, ensuring effective execution and high quality client deliverables.Participate in client meetings, providing updates and assisting with overall account strategy.Proactively contribute to client engagement through offering support in day-to-day execution.Data Analysis & Reporting:Work closely with internal teams to gather and interpret performance data, helping develop insights and recommendations.Assist in preparing reports that translate data into clear, actionable insights for clients.Regularly monitor key performance metrics and adjust campaign tactics accordingly.Campaign Support & Execution:Assist in the execution of client’s affiliate strategies, ensuring alignment with client goals.Contribute fresh ideas to enhance client success and campaign outcomes.Support the implementation of new tactics and initiatives to drive campaign performance.Work closely with our internal operations team to ensure require account operations outputs are delivered in a timely and effective manner.Partner Management & Activation:Support senior team members in managing partner relationships, ensuring smooth collaboration and effective communication with a variety of partners.Assist in recruitment strategies that expand client reach and deliver growth.Begin attending industry events and networking opportunities to build knowledge and relationships, with support from senior team members.Stay informed on emerging industry trends, benchmark data, and competitive insights, integrating them into client strategies and recommendations.Development and Accountability:Learn from senior team members, gaining the skills necessary to manage accounts independently.Participate in AP training programs and be committed to learning to help growing into a more strategic, autonomous role within the team.What Success Looks Like:By 6 Months:You will be supporting multiple client programs, building strong relationships, and contributing to client campaign execution.You will be using data to optimize performance and make recommendations, with support from senior team members.Client KPIs will be met, and you will be growing in your ability to independently manage tasks.By 1 Year:You will be managing smaller accounts with increasing autonomy, building strong client relationships, and offering proactive recommendations.You will be working closely with Account Managers, contributing to the strategic success of client programs.Client satisfaction will remain high, with Net Promoter Scores consistently at 8+.Qualities of the Ideal Candidate:Strong sense of curiosityCritical thinkerConfident and comfortable being uncomfortableFlexible, resilient, coachableRelationship and service orientedProactive and outcome orientedStrong work ethic and personal standardsQualifications & Skills:1-2 years of experience- background in online marketing, e-commerce, or affiliate marketing beneficial.Familiarity with affiliate networks and SaaS platforms (e.g., ShareASale, Commission Junction, Impact) is a plus.A genuine interest in AI tools, including hands-on experience integrating AI into your work and an appetite to keep improving.Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.Advanced proficiency in Excel (v-lookups, pivot tables, formatting, etc.).Knowledge of HTML is a plus.Ability to travel when necessary for conferences and team meetings.WHY ACCELERATION PARTNERS?Acceleration Partners is the world’s largest and first-to-market Partnership Marketing Agency creating and nurturing partnerships that drive exceptional measurable outcomes for their clients. Managing clients in 40+ countries, AP’s global team of 300+ focuses on data-driven strategies that connect brands to the right consumers through affiliate and influencer All of our work is supported by APVision, our proprietary technology suite which leverages the largest dataset of any agency in the Partnership Marketing agency ecosystem. Serving over 200 brands—including household names like Amazon, Apple, Target, Google, Marriott, Coinbase, and Burberry—AP’s diversified team is creating what’s next in the industry by building high-performing partnership marketing programs. As the only truly integrated global partnerships agency, AP prides itself on being at the cutting edge of industry developments and leveraging proven expertise to deliver unique solutions for brands seeking sustainable growth.AP PERKS & BENEFITS - WHAT WE OFFER100% remote work for everyoneGroup medical, dental, and vision coverage insurance (with opt-out benefits)401K with matchingOpen Paid Time OffSummer & Holiday Wellness Breaks in July and DecemberVolunteer and Birthday Time OffFocus FridaysPaid Parental Leave BenefitsWellness, Technology & Education AllowancesPaid sabbatical leaves, donation matching, and more!!Target Salary is $55,000 - $60,000 depending on location and experience.Benefits may vary based on employment status or country location.Acceleration Partners is committed to a diverse workforce and we are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, gender, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. #LI-REMOTE \\*GLSDR#LI-MG1