Commerce Partnership Manager (16 Month FTC)

We are the UKs leading premium publisher home to iconic and influential media brands includingEsquireMens & Womens Health ELLEGood HousekeepingHarpers BazaarDigital SpyCosmopolitanRedand more.At Hearst UK we dont just create content - we shape culture.

Hearst UK operates an in office policy with flexible Fridays. Our office is based atHouse of Hearst 30 Panton Street St Jamess London SW1Y 4AJ where teams collaborate in person and connect across brands and functions.

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The Role

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Main Duties

• Define and deliver affiliate and commerce strategies across key verticals to achieve brand audience and revenue growth goals.
• Manage and grow relationships with affiliate merchants retailers and networks negotiating commission rates tenancy deals and new partnership opportunities.
• Lead data analysis reporting and performance optimisation using affiliate platforms and analytics tools providing insights and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Drive growth across eCommerce traffic streams and shopping propositions working closely with editorial audience development and advertising teams.
• Oversee the execution and optimisation of affiliate campaigns tenancy activity paid search/social and seasonal shopping events such as Black Friday and Prime Day.
• Manage communications with editorial teams around deals promotions exclusives and affiliate opportunities ensuring content is commercially optimised.
• Act as a strategic ambassador for Hearst UK contributing to wider business objectives and supporting additional responsibilities as required.

What We Are Looking For

• 34 years experience within the affiliate industry with a strong understanding of affiliate programmes and tenancy in digital media.
• Strong commercial and sales skills with the ability to sell complex packages and manage senior stakeholder relationships.
• Advanced Excel reporting and data analysis skills including interpreting affiliate KPIs such as EPC CPA and CPC and identifying trends/anomalies across datasets.
• Confident presenting data and insights to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail able to manage deadlines and work proactively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong teamwork leadership and stakeholder management skills with the ability to contribute to wider business strategy.
• Passion for and understanding of Hearsts brands audience and editorial values.

Benefits

(Your benefits at Hearst UK are more than just extrasthey are tools to help you thrive in every part of life.)

Hearst Exclusives - Only for You!

• Get adventurous with Good Housekeeping Taste and Beauty Testing Panels - yes you could be trying the next big thing in beauty food & drink.
• Snag luxe beauty steals at our legendary office sample sales - score big on top brands without breaking the bank!

Inclusion Health & Wellbeing: Feel Your Best

• Stay healthy with Specsavers eye care a company-funded Health Cash Plan and access to mental health support.
• Get active and stress-free with discounted gym memberships and the Cycle to Work scheme.
• Embrace flexibility with a Location Flex and Holiday Exchange to take time when you need it.
• Take time to give back with a Charity Day and access wellbeing resources whenever you need them.
• Join one of our Hearst ERG Groups.

Financial Wellness - Boost Your Budget

• Plan ahead with a generous Workplace Pension Income Protection Life Assurance and Season Ticket Loan for easier commuting.
• Make smarter money moves using Salary Finance tools Financial Wellbeing sessions and Home Tech benefits to spread costs.
• Treat yourself with major discounts across London plus everyday savings via the HAPI at Hearst app

Hearst UK is deeply committed to using our influential brands to reflect the world we want to live in one that respects protects represents and uplifts the voices and opinions of all people. As a business we recognise the significant benefits of creativity collaboration and innovation that comes with diverse teams. Not only is diversifying the voices in our organization the right thing to do but it also helps us to make powerful and exciting content that can be enjoyed by many more people. This is why were working to build a sense of true belonging within our business and foster a culture in which everyone feels heard.