Affiliate Marketing Manager

Yrefy LLC•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

We’re seeking a strategic and results-driven Affiliate Marketing Manager to lead Yrefy’s affiliate marketing initiatives. The ideal candidate will build and scale a high-performance affiliate program that drives high-quality leads and refinance applications, develops long-term partner relationships, and expands our brand exposure in the student loan refinance market. This role combines strategy, partner development, and analytical insight.

Requirements

Proven experience managing affiliate marketing programs or strategic partnerships (preferably in finance, fintech, or lead-generation industries).
Strong analytical skills with experience using tracking and reporting tools (e.g., Google Analytics, affiliate network dashboards).
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities.
Data-driven mindset with ability to optimize campaigns and improve conversion performance.

Nice To Haves

Experience with affiliate platforms (e.g., Impact, CJ).
Knowledge of digital marketing channels and SEO fundamentals.
Familiarity with financial services compliance and marketing regulations.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement a comprehensive affiliate marketing strategy aligned with Yrefy’s business goals and growth targets.
Identify and recruit quality affiliate partners (blogs, financial education platforms, comparison sites, finance communities).
Create competitive commission structures and incentive programs to attract and retain high-value affiliates.
Establish clear KPIs and performance benchmarks to measure program effectiveness.
Onboard new partners, provide training and promotional resources, and ensure they have tools to succeed.
Maintain and nurture strong, ongoing relationships with affiliate partners, addressing questions and performance challenges.
Ensure that affiliates comply with brand guidelines and legal/industry standards in the sensitive financial services space.
Document and implement trackable events for our affiliate management platform.
Experience with affiliate tracking software, UTM tagging, Conversion attributions systems, and reporting tools.

Benefits

100% Employer Paid Medical for Employee AND Whole Family (includes the Mayo Clinic)
401k/Roth Plan 4% Match with Immediate Vesting
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Company Paid Life Insurance, plus optional voluntary coverage
Company Paid Short-and-Long-Term Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Fully Paid LifeTime Gym Membership (if >8 visit days/month)
Student Loan Repayment Assistance
Job-related Tuition Reimbursement
Catered Friday Lunches
Stocked Snack Kitchens
Fun in-Office Work Environment
Advancement Opportunities in a Fast-Growing Company
And More!