Mid Level Investment Jobs

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Job Description

The Senior Direct Investment Manager is a hands-on, strategic role responsible for the execution, performance, and growth of Direct Buys and Affiliate Partnerships for Gerber Life. Acting as both operator and integrator, this individual ensures campaigns are effectively planned, executed, and optimized to drive measurable business outcomes in a highly regulated financial services environment. This role plays a critical part in building and managing relationships with premium publishers, (d)OOH vendors, and a diverse network of affiliate partners (such as NerdWallet and Forbes). Working seamlessly across a dual-stack tracking ecosystem (Impact and Everflow) and in close partnership with internal strategy, planning, and paid media teams, this person ensures cohesive execution and strong performance across all direct investment channels. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, understands the technical nuances of long-cycle lead generation, acts as a strict gatekeeper for audience quality, and brings a proactive, ownership-driven mindset.

What You’ll Do

- Affiliate Strategy & Management: Develop and implement comprehensive affiliate marketing strategies that align with client business goals for revenue growth and customer acquisition.
- Program Ownership: Manage the full lifecycle of affiliate programs, including partner recruitment, onboarding, relationship management, and ongoing optimization. This involves day-to-day oversight and strategic direction.
- Performance Analysis: Analyze affiliate performance data and key metrics to identify trends, conduct forecasting, report on program health, and make data-backed recommendations to improve ROI.
- Client Communication: Serve as the primary senior-level strategic consultant and relationship owner for top-tier clients, confidently leading high-stakes presentations, quarterly business reviews, and budget discussions.
- Platform Expertise: Maintain a deep understanding of affiliate networks and platforms including Impact, Rakuten, Everflow, CJ, Pepperjam/Ascend, and AWIN to ensure best-in-class program management.

Qualifications

- 5+ years of affiliate experience - agency experience is required.
- Demonstrated success in managing and scaling enterprise-level affiliate programs.
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with proven ability to influence C-suite clients and executives with data-driven strategy.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple client programs and deadlines simultaneously.
- Deep expertise within major affiliate marketing platforms (e.g., Impact, Rakuten, CJ, Everflow).
- Experience in integrated marketing principles and experience integrating Affiliate with PR, influencer and performance marketing strategies.

Note: We emphasize skills, expertise and behavioral attributes over years of experience and traditional degrees. If you want to join our collaborative team, we invite you to apply today with your resume in English.

Additional Information

Join Jellyfish and experience a workplace where we prioritize your growth, celebrate your contributions, and empower you to tailor your work environment to suit your needs

💰Reward: You'll be eligible to join our discretionary annual bonus scheme and 401k retirement plan.

🏥 Healthcare plans: Have peace of mind with our healthcare, vision and dental insurance, plus short and long-term disability and life cover.

💫 Custom Work Environment: Work remotely for up to 60% of your days and shape your day between 8am. and 6:30pm with flexible working hours.

👪 Family Support: Enjoy 14 weeks of paid leave for primary caregivers and 4 weeks of paid leave for secondary caregivers.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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Compensation Range: $85K - $110K