We are Assembly – and we’re not like the rest. We’re the modern alternative agency, bringing together industry-leading data, talent, and tech to Find the Change That Fuels Growth for the best brands on the planet, including LG, Adobe, Wework, Ralph Lauren, Moncler, Aesop, and more. Our diverse, global community of over 1,600 passionate experts combines global thinking with unmatched local expertise in more than 20 markets worldwide – enabling brands to engage and move consumers anywhere. We use STAGE, Assembly’s proprietary, privacy-centric data solutions platform, to surface powerful insights that transform into actionable brand opportunities. We’re at the cutting edge of new media, technology, and platforms embedded in the lives of today’s consumers, and we’re tapped into how culture and communities’ need change. We do this while staying steadfast in our commitment to Leave the World Better Than We Found It through measurable social and environmental impact work.

Assembly Korea was named the media agency of the year 2022 - Campaign Asia

As the Manager of Affiliate Marketing, you will oversee the successful set-up and management of affiliate infrastructure across multiple global markets, ensuring streamlined operations and impactful results.

Performance KPIs

• Affiliate Program Launch: Execute affiliate program rollouts in identified markets in alignment with client timelines.
• Platform/Network Management: Recommend optimal platforms or networks for each market, leveraging agency buying power to negotiate override fees.
• Integration Support: Collaborate with developers to provide clear guidelines for integration, tagging, and data feed processes.
• Data Feed Setup: Coordinate with internal teams or external vendors to configure data feeds according to platform specifications.
• Program Maintenance: Manage and troubleshoot affiliate programs, ensuring efficient collaboration with relevant departments.
• Publisher Negotiations: Negotiate competitive commission rates with publishers tailored to individual markets.

Account Setup

• Platform Recommendations: Advise on platform selection, operational expenses, and service level agreements.
• Contract & Invoice Management: Develop streamlined processes for managing contracts and invoicing with platforms and networks.
• Account Creation:
• Establish brand profiles for each market.
• Upload creative assets (logos, banners, and evergreen content).
• Prepare and upload text links for promotions or evergreen landing pages.
• Draft terms and conditions for publishers.
• Define commission structures and publisher program terms.
• Guidelines & Materials:
• Provide brand content guidelines for messaging and creative assets.
• Distribute program materials to publishers, including program overviews, brand/product details, and publisher benefits.
• Platform Integration: Oversee platform tagging, data feed integration, and testing.
• Third-Party Tracking: Provide guidelines for integrating tracking systems like Google Analytics (GA).

Account Maintenance

• Content Optimization: Regularly update program details, brand information, and publisher benefits.
• Program Updates: Modify terms for specific markets as needed.
• Technical Troubleshooting: Ensure tracking, tags, and data feeds are functioning correctly, and coordinate fixes when necessary.
• Progress Reporting: Deliver bi-weekly maintenance updates to client stakeholders.

Client Communication & Relationship Management

• Stakeholder Engagement: Regularly liaise with key stakeholders, including:
• Client HQ and local teams.
• Internal and external tech partners.
• Affiliate platforms and network representatives.
• Relationship Building: Provide strategic consultation, articulate recommendations, and deliver program updates.
• Presentations: Lead discussions and present program updates to HQ and local client teams.

Best Practices & Thought Leadership

• Affiliate Expertise: Guide clients on integration, commissioning structures, content, and publisher communication.
• Industry Trends: Monitor sector and channel trends to identify opportunities, challenges, and training needs.
• Client Advocacy: Understand client business needs, offering tailored solutions to drive results.
• Project Management: Manage large-scale projects across multiple platforms, networks, and markets.

Requirements

• Native Korean Speaker (mandatory).
• Experience: 5+ years in affiliate or partnership marketing.
• Attention to Detail: Demonstrated ability to manage and deliver precise work.
• Data-Driven Approach: Familiarity with data-driven marketing processes.
• Documentation Skills: Strong capability in reporting and documentation.
• Agency Experience: Preferred background in agency environments.

WHY ASSEMBLY?

• We‘re part of Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW), the challenger network built to transform marketing. We’re nimble, smart, and digital-first, and we’re quickly growing to take on the biggest legacy holdcos. 
• We care about your growth — we offer competitive salaries, annual compensation reviews, and keep detailed personal development plans to ensure you’re hitting your personal and company goals. 
• We recognize and celebrate your success...all the time! Whether it’s through company meetups, employee recognition programs, or just a regular day, we make sure our people’s achievements are known and appreciated! 
• We’re truly a people-first organization. That’s why we operate in hybrid model with flexibility, Work from Anywhere Scheme, allows you to be in control of your work-life balance. 
• We believe in making impactful change in society, we encourage you to take Impact Leave time off from work to engage in volunteer activities with a charity that you support.