German Account Manager, Affiliate Marketing (Cryptocurrency)

LOCATION:

The Account Manager, Affiliate Marketing is a remote, work from home position, as are all positions at Acceleration Partners (a structure central to our culture and our vision to change the work/life paradigm). Candidates must reside in the UK or Germany. Some travel is required for client meetings or other internal meetings, conferences, etc. Candidates must hold a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.

The Role

Acceleration Partners is accepting applications for Account Manager roles within our growing Affiliate Marketing team. As an Account Manager, you will take ownership of client relationships, manage affiliate marketing campaigns, and work closely with senior leaders to develop and execute strategies that ensure long-term client success. This role requires a big-picture, strategic thinker with a strong go-to-market and growth mindset who can translate data into actionable insights for clients.

Additionally, you will lead recruitment efforts, engage in networking opportunities, and mentor junior team members. Experience working with Crypto, Fintech, or financial services brands is highly valued, as this role will support complex, fast-moving programs where regulatory awareness, precision, and performance measurement are critical.

Top 5 Responsibilities

1. Client Engagement & Relationship Building:
   1. Collaborate closely with Account Directors and/or Senior Account Managers to cultivate strong client relationships by consistently delivering high-quality outputs and measurable results.
   2. Lead discussions on partnership opportunities in meetings and calls, using data insights to pitch innovative ideas, navigate complex or high-pressure conversations with confidence and poise, and align strategies with client business objectives-particularly within Crypto or Fintech environments.
   3. Proactively contribute to client engagement by managing the day-to-day execution of campaigns, ensuring smooth operations, strong attention to detail, and timely follow-through on commitments while assisting senior team members in maintaining and enhancing client relationships.
2. Data Analytics & Strategic Recommendations:
   1. Analyze performance data to identify issues and opportunities within datasets and translate insights into clear, actionable next steps for clients.
   2. Demonstrate the ability to forecast effectively, using data to predict trends, inform client decision-making, and ensure partner strategies deliver measurable outcomes.
   3. Present data-driven recommendations that align client KPIs with broader business goals, ensuring strategies are both performance-driven and scalable.
3. Campaign & Strategic Partner Management:
   1. Focus on nurturing and managing relationships with key partners to ensure alignment with client objectives, emphasizing long-term partnership success and growth.
   2. Attend industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to build relationships and discover new partners, particularly within Crypto, Fintech, and adjacent financial ecosystems.
   3. Proactively suggest new ideas and innovative approaches that contribute to client success, growth, and competitive differentiation in fast-evolving markets.
4. Operational Execution & Tactical Adjustments:
   1. Execute affiliate marketing strategies across multiple accounts, prioritizing competing objectives and managing time effectively in a fast-paced, high-performing environment.
   2. Continuously monitor portfolio performance, bring structure to ambiguity, and adjust tactics to optimize client success while maintaining strong attention to detail.
5. Leadership, Mentorship & Team Development:
   1. Mentor Associate Account Managers, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement in a remote environment.
   2. Delegate tasks effectively, ensuring deadlines are met, commitments are honored, and team members are supported in their professional development.

What Success Looks Like

By 6 Months:

• You will be supporting multiple client accounts, collaborating with senior team members to build strong relationships with key contacts. You will ensure smooth communication, manage operational details with precision, and assist with client strategy and account-related questions as needed.
• You will be using data insights to optimize client campaigns, regularly presenting clear, actionable recommendations that drive measurable performance improvements.
• Client KPIs will be consistently met, and client satisfaction scores will be 8+.

By 1 Year:

• You will take full accountability for the success of client programs, owning strategic execution, confidently navigating complex client scenarios, and maximizing account performance.
• You will coach Associate Account Managers, incorporating feedback, sharing best practices, and challenging the status quo to elevate team performance.
• Client satisfaction will remain high, with Net Promoter Scores consistently at 8+.

Qualities of the Ideal Candidate:

• Big-picture, strategic, and innovative thinker with a strong growth and go-to-market mindset
• Highly analytical and comfortable working with data to identify insights and opportunities
• Confident, composed, and articulate in client meetings and difficult situations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize competing objectives and manage time effectively
• Accountable, reliable, and consistent in meeting deadlines and following through on commitments
• Thrives in fast-paced, high-performing environments and enjoys bringing order to complexity
• Collaborative and engaged in a remote team setting; enjoys sharing knowledge with peers
• Receptive to feedback from team members, clients, and partners, and actively incorporates it

Minimum Qualifications & Skills:

• Fluency in German is required
• 3-5 years of online marketing, e-commerce, or affiliate marketing experience
• Direct affiliate marketing experience (agency, in-house, or network) required
• Experience working with Crypto, Fintech, or financial services brands is strongly preferred and considered a major advantage
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• Ability to travel up to 20%
• Strong Excel skills and comfort analyzing and interpreting performance data
• Experience with Affiliate Networks (e.g., ShareASale, Commission Junction, Impact) is a plus

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 offer

• 100% remote work for everyone
• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• Summer & Holiday Wellness Breaks in July and December
• Volunteer and Birthday Time Off
• Focus Fridays (no internal meetings)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefits
• Wellness, Technology & Education Allowance
• Paid sabbatical leaves, donation matching, and more!!
• Target salary range: £40-50K depending on location and experience

Benefits may vary based on employment status or country location.

Acceleration Partners is committed to having a diverse and inclusive culture. We would particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and other ethnic minority backgrounds, LGBTQ candidates, and candidates with a disability or who are neurodivergent.

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