Group Director, Affiliate & Influencer Marketing

Please note that we will never request payment or bank account information at any stage of the recruitment process. As we continue to grow our teams, we urge you to be cautious of fraudulent job postings or recruitment activities that misuse our company name and information. Please protect your personal information during any recruitment process. While Monks may contact potential candidates via LinkedIn, all applications must be submitted through our official website (monks.com/careers). About the Role We are looking for a strong, passionate, and energetic Affiliate and Influencer leader to drive growth and strategic oversight across the department with a focus on working on our largest accounts and serving as a thought leader on the evolving landscape of publisher and creator partnerships. We are looking for someone passionate about performance marketing through partnerships who has a strong background in leading multiple affiliate and influencer programs across verticals. This individual should be a people‑focused leader who enjoys hands‑on, cross‑functional collaboration and wants to join a fast‑growing, innovative digital agency that is hyper‑focused on client performance and ROI. Responsibilities Reporting to our SVP, this role will serve as a people leader, inclusive of Affiliate & Influencer channel specialists as well as Account Leads managing direct client partnerships, contract negotiations/renewals, and client onboards. This role will serve as an Affiliate and Influencer thought leader prepared to respond to the changing landscape, leading the vision and strategy for the influencer program and demonstrating innovative ideas. Responsible for revenue driven from new business, client relationships, and client growth. Drive Affiliate and Influencer strategy, innovation, and testing on your book of business while overseeing the management of client programs, including publisher/creator development. Partners with cross‑channel leads on creating integrated media plans, including budget allocation, testing, and reporting. Manages others from Account Managers to Directors. Contribute to team morale and culture through engagement, team building, and mentorship. Contribute to overall department training, POVs, award submissions, and case studies. Works closely with major affiliate networks (e.g., Impact, ShareASale, Commission Junction, Rakuten) and other vendor partners on platform integration, alpha/beta opportunities, and best practices. Responsible for operationalizing processes and helping gain adoption across team focus areas. Assist in creating a team culture across a hybrid working model. About You 12+ years direct Affiliate and/or Influencer experience. Expertise in leading full‑funnel affiliate and influencer programs, including publisher development and content creator strategy. Experience handling direct management of large marketing budgets, including projecting yearly, quarterly, and monthly affiliate budgets. Deep understanding and proven strategy across major affiliate platforms (e.g., Impact, ShareASale, Commission Junction, Rakuten) and Google Analytics. Experience communicating and presenting partnership strategy to senior clients’ points of contact from VPs to C‑Suite. Experience directing strategy in D2C or Retail, B2B, and B2C digital advertising efforts across different verticals is a major plus. Advanced presentation making and G‑Suite proficiency (Docs, Sheets, and Slides). 4‑year college degree or equivalent work experience. What We Offer Excellent, full coverage medical, dental, and vision insurance – more about our coverage here! Generous PTO and 15 company‑wide holidays. 401k with company contribution. Paid parental leave. Work‑life balance with an emphasis on personal well‑being. Career growth in a disruptor space & entrepreneurial opportunities within the Monks network. A globally diverse & inclusive culture with employee resource groups such as S4 Melanin, Pride.Monks, Cultura.Monks, and more! Authentic commitment to DEI efforts and sustainable growth. Salary Range: $139,000—$170,000 USD This role is subject to our Return to Office (RTO) policy. If you reside within a commutable distance of one of our office locations, you will be expected to work from the office a set number of days per week. The specific details, including the number of required office days, will be in accordance with the company’s then‑current RTO policy, which is subject to change from time to time. We are an equal‑opportunity employer committed to building a respectful and empowering work environment for all people to freely express themselves amongst colleagues who embrace diversity in all respects. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. Monks does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr Monks