Partner & Affiliates Lead
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Description
Job Description
We are the UK’s leading premium publisher, home to iconic and influential media brands including Cosmopolitan , Esquire , Elle , Harper’s Bazaar , and Country Living . At Hearst UK, we don’t just create content — we shape culture.
Our workplace is built on collaboration, creativity, and trust. We champion bold ideas, embrace innovation, and continually evolve to meet the moment — all while celebrating the legacy that’s brought us here. We believe in each other’s potential and push boundaries together to make a meaningful impact, both in the media landscape and in people’s lives.
We’re proud of our heritage — but even more excited about making history.
Hearst UK operate a hybrid working model of four days per week in the office and one day working from home. Our office is based at House of Hearst, 30 Panton Street, St James’s, London, SW1Y 4AJ , where teams collaborate in person and connect across brands and functions.
The Role…
The Partners & Affiliates Lead is a senior commercial role responsible for driving revenue growth across Affiliate, Tenancy, Awards and Events, leading the Affiliates team while staying closely involved in shaping strategy and delivery.
You will guide category focus, set clear commercial direction and create compelling, multi-channel partnership packages that unlock new opportunities and maximise performance. Alongside owning targets and developing the team, you will build strong relationships, lead key negotiations and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver partnerships that create meaningful commercial impact.
Success in this role will be measured not only by revenue growth and team performance, but also by the strength of partner relationships and the creation of innovative, multi-channel solutions that deliver long-term value for clients and the business.
Main Duties…
We are the UK’s leading premium publisher, home to iconic and influential media brands including Cosmopolitan , Esquire , Elle , Harper’s Bazaar , and Country Living . At Hearst UK, we don’t just create content — we shape culture.
Our workplace is built on collaboration, creativity, and trust. We champion bold ideas, embrace innovation, and continually evolve to meet the moment — all while celebrating the legacy that’s brought us here. We believe in each other’s potential and push boundaries together to make a meaningful impact, both in the media landscape and in people’s lives.
We’re proud of our heritage — but even more excited about making history.
Hearst UK operate a hybrid working model of four days per week in the office and one day working from home. Our office is based at House of Hearst, 30 Panton Street, St James’s, London, SW1Y 4AJ , where teams collaborate in person and connect across brands and functions.
The Role…
The Partners & Affiliates Lead is a senior commercial role responsible for driving revenue growth across Affiliate, Tenancy, Awards and Events, leading the Affiliates team while staying closely involved in shaping strategy and delivery.
You will guide category focus, set clear commercial direction and create compelling, multi-channel partnership packages that unlock new opportunities and maximise performance. Alongside owning targets and developing the team, you will build strong relationships, lead key negotiations and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver partnerships that create meaningful commercial impact.
Success in this role will be measured not only by revenue growth and team performance, but also by the strength of partner relationships and the creation of innovative, multi-channel solutions that deliver long-term value for clients and the business.
Main Duties…
- Own and deliver the revenue strategy across Affiliates, Tenancies, Red Events and Awards, with accountability for overall budget performance and key commercial KPIs.
- Lead, mentor and performance manage a team of Commerce Managers and Executives, setting clear priorities and driving productivity, accountability and revenue growth.
- Develop and execute vertical strategies that align with brand and business goals, managing merchant and retailer relationships to optimise commission rates, performance and long-term value.
- Lead relationships, negotiations and contracts with key networks and suppliers (including Skimlinks, Amazon, Linkby and analytics partners), maintaining a strong external profile to unlock new opportunities.
- Drive growth in organic affiliates, shopping events and tenancy campaigns, negotiating and delivering commercial partnerships in collaboration with Advertising, Brand and Commercial teams.
- Take ownership of eCommerce performance and optimisation, using data and analytics tools to inform strategy, improve content effectiveness, lead key shopping moments (e.g. Black Friday, Prime Day) and deliver clear monthly and quarterly reporting.
- Extensive and proven experience within the affiliate marketing industry, with a strong understanding of Affiliate Marketing and Affiliate Tenancy in a digital media environment.
- Strong sales capability with experience selling complex, multi-channel commercial packages to senior stakeholders.
- Detailed knowledge of Hearst’s brand portfolio and editorial values, with the ability to align commercial strategy to brand positioning.
- Advanced Excel and data analysis skills, with a comprehensive understanding of key affiliate KPIs (EPC, CPA, CPC) and the ability to identify trends, anomalies and performance opportunities across multiple data sets.
- Confident presenting data, insights and commercial proposals to internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage deadlines, prioritise effectively and respond proactively.
(Your benefits at Hearst UK are more than just extras—they 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!
- 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.
- 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