Director of Affiliates

Director of Affiliates Our client, a fast-growing online casino startup preparing for a new market launch, is seeking an experienced Director of Affiliates to take full ownership of affiliate strategy and growth. As one of the first key hires, this is a unique opportunity to shape the foundations of a brand set to stand out through innovation and exceptional player experience. The successful candidate will bring proven expertise in affiliate marketing within iGaming globally, a strong network of partners, and the commercial acumen to drive measurable acquisition and retention results. This role is ideal for a hands-on, entrepreneurial professional eager to make a direct impact in a startup environment. Location: Fully Remote Responsibilities: As Director of Affiliates , your broad responsibilities will include but are not limited to: • Own the affiliate budget and investment strategy. • Develop and execute the affiliate acquisition and growth strategy for a new market launch, focusing on quality traffic and long-term ROI. • Build, manage, and nurture strong relationships with key affiliates and media partners. • Negotiate competitive commercial agreements and commission structures to maximise profitability. • Monitor, analyse, and optimize affiliate performance against KPIs including FTDs, eCPA, and LTV. • Collaborate closely with internal teams (product, CRM, content, design) to deliver affiliates the creative assets, insights, and campaigns they need to succeed. • Stay ahead of market trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities within the iGaming space. • Develop forecasting models for acquisition, CPA, revenue share, and player value. • Build reporting frameworks and dashboards to drive data-led decision making. • Analyse traffic quality, player cohorts, retention trends, and LTV across affiliate partners. • Make commercial recommendations based on performance data and market opportunities. • Establish KPI frameworks for affiliate performance and partner profitability. Requirements: • Minimum 5+ years’ experience in affiliate management within iGaming, with proven success in the online casino vertical. • Established network of affiliates and media partners across regulated, emerging, and pre-regulated markets. • In-depth understanding of affiliate KPIs, commercial deal structures, and performance optimisation. • Experience launching, scaling, and optimising affiliate programmes across emerging and newly regulated markets. • Strong understanding of market-entry strategies, player acquisition economics, and traffic diversification across multiple jurisdictions. • Strong analytical and commercial mindset, with the ability to combine performance data, player value metrics, and market insights to drive strategic decisions. • Entrepreneurial approach, self-starter mentality, and comfort working in a fast-paced startup environment. • Experience working closely with BI and CRM teams to evaluate traffic quality and long-term player value. • Proven ability to identify and capitalize on new growth opportunities in markets with varying levels of regulatory maturity. • Extensive experience negotiating and managing commercial agreements with a broad range of affiliate and media partners. This is an exceptional opportunity to apply your expertise and contribute to the success of a high-performing organisation with a global presence. What we offer: Competitive Compensation: You will receive a highly competitive compensation package, which includes a competitive base salary, performance bonuses, and other incentives, all reflective of your experience and contribution. Work-Life Balance: We value work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements, recognising that achieving your best in your career requires a healthy balance between work and personal life. To apply: https://weworkremotely.com/remote-jobs/talentxd-director-of-affiliates