We are Assembly, a leading global omnichannel media agency that merges data, talent, and technology to catalyze growth for the world's most esteemed brands. Our holistic approach weaves together compelling brand narratives with a comprehensive suite of global media capabilities, driving performance and fostering significant business expansion. Our initiatives are powered by STAGE, our proprietary operating system, and executed by a dedicated global team of over 2,300 professionals across 35 offices worldwide. Committed to purposeful action, we lead the way in social and environmental impact within the agency realm. As a proud member of Stagwell, the challenger network designed to revolutionize marketing, Assembly continues to set new standards of excellence. 

 

ICYMI: Assembly was named Campaign’s 2025 Most Innovative Agency and Sustainability Standout and 2024 Media Agency of the Year. Our innovative work has also earned prestigious accolades, including The Webby Awards, Effies, and Cannes Lions. 

 

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Assembly is looking for a Senior Associate, Affiliate Marketing. We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Senior Associate, Affiliate Marketing with 2-3 years of experience in affiliate marketing, ideally within retail and e-commerce. This role will focus on optimizing client affiliate programs, driving revenue growth, and fostering strong partnerships within the Affiliate and Performance Creator landscape.   

• Affiliate Program Management: Lead and optimize affiliate programs for top retail brands, leveraging platforms like Impact, Partnerize, CJ, Rakuten, AWIN, and LTK to drive performance and efficiency.  

• Partnership Development: Source, recruit, and retain top-performing affiliate partners and creators while identifying emerging trends and opportunities.  

• Performance & Budget Oversight: Manage annual, quarterly, and monthly budgets, ensuring proper pacing and alignment with revenue goals.  

• Data-Driven Optimization: Monitor program and partner performance, proactively identifying insights to drive strategic growth.  

• Campaign Execution & Communications: Oversee campaign initiatives, manage partner relationships, and develop communications such as newsletters and updates.  

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with the Affiliate Director and internal teams to align affiliate strategies with broader marketing initiatives.  

• Reporting & Insights: Own and deliver data-driven reports, providing strategic recommendations to optimize program performance.  

 

Why Assembly?

• We care about your growth – we offer competitive salaries and annual compensation review
• We recognize and celebrate your success…all the time! Whether it’s through company meetups, employee recognition programs, or just a regular day, we make sure our people’s achievements are known and appreciated
• We’re truly a people-first organization. That’s why we offer a Flexible Time Off policy that puts you in control of your work-life balance, as well as market-leading primary and secondary caregiver and parental leave policies
• We have a hybrid in-office/remote working policy that focuses on bringing people together in-person when it’s needed most, i.e., team strategy brainstorms, learning & development opportunities, and company meetings
• We care about social and environmental Impact – we have dedicated Impact Champions who collaborate globally to make sure we’re leaving the world better than we found it
• We have an amazing group of Employee Resource Groups who form close knit communities and are committed to guiding the agency to become more inclusive, diverse, and representative of the world around us
• We’re part of Stagwell, the challenger network built to transform marketing. We’re nimble and digital-first, and we’re quickly growing to take on the biggest legacy hold cos

In addition to medical, dental and vision coverage, we offer a generous PTO plan, 401k program, comprehensive family planning benefits (including paid parental leave), and pre-tax commuter benefits. Benefits/perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Assembly and the location where you work.

• 2-3 years of affiliate marketing experience, preferably in a media agency, in-house, or e-commerce/retail role with a passion for performance marketing and a bias for the status quo. 

• Strong understanding of affiliate networks, performance-based marketing, and key industry platforms (Impact experience a plus).  

• Proficiency in Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics, or similar tools to track performance and ROI.  

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines and drive results in a fast-paced environment.  

• Exceptional attention to detail, strong communication skills, and ability to influence stakeholders.  

•  A proactive, analytical, and adaptable mindset with a passion for affiliate marketing.  

• Ability to travel for conferences, client meetings, and team gatherings as needed.  

 

Bonus Points For:  

• Experience managing content and influencer-focused affiliate programs  

• Understanding of other media channels such as Social, Search, Branded Media, and Influencer Marketing.  

At Assembly, we believe every career is as unique as the individual and empower employees to reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose.

 

Assembly is an advocate for equal opportunity in the workplace. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. EEO Employer M/F/Vet/Disabled.

In order to comply with equal pay and salary transparency laws in various locations, we believe the target range of base compensation in all locations within the United States for this role is $61,000 - $80,000USD. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and location.