Affiliate Manager
# Affiliate Manager **Skillset Squad** · Vashi, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra · `On-site` 🕒 **Статус:** *Опубликовано: 2 дня назад* · *Источник: Indeed* --- ### About the Role Role: Fund Manager Industry Type: Advertising & Marketing (Digital Marketing) Department: BFSI, Investments & Trading Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent Role Category: Trading, Asset & Wealth Management Education: Any Graduate Key Skills :Trade Funding Job description 1. Program Strategy & Product Positioning - Understand the prop firms product suite (e.g., 2-step challenges, 1-step instant funding, scaling plans, profit splits). - Help design commission structures that are competitive yet profitableoften a flat percentage (e.g., 10%25%) of the challenge/purchase fee, sometimes with recurring commissions based on trader performance. - Establish the affiliate program on prop-specific networks or platforms (e.g., Impact, still using partner dashboards like Kirtos, or direct in-house tracking). - Align affiliate strategies with the firm's overall growth goals (number of new funded traders, total challenge sales, brand awareness). 2. Affiliate Recruitment & Vetting - Recruit the right type of affiliates: Forex/trading YouTubers, TikTok traders, Discord/Telegram community owners, trading educators, and review sites. Unlike e-commerce, coupon sites are less relevant; gaming and high-risk audience platforms can work. - Screen for brand safety: Prop firms are often scrutinized for misleading claims. Affiliates must not promise "guaranteed profits" or misrepresent the firm's program. - Onboard new partners with clear guidelines on how to market the challenge, what to say about risk, and how to use unique tracking links. 3. Relationship Management & Support - Act as the main point of contact for all prop-firm affiliates. - Provide high-quality marketing assets : banners, landing pages, pre-written email swipes, video scripts, and "explainer" content about the funding process. - Keep affiliates informed on offer changes e.g., new account sizes, seasonal discounts (holiday sales, Black Friday), or changes in evaluation rules. - Build strong relationships with top performers, often negotiating higher commissions (e.g., 25% vs. standard 15%) or exclusive promo codes (e.g., "VIP5" for 5% off) to reward volume. - Host monthly webinars or Q&A sessions to help affiliates improve conversion rates. 4. Performance Tracking & Optimization - Monitor core metrics specific to prop firms: - Conversion Rate: from click challenge purchase. - Reversal/Chargeback Rate: some traders fail and may dispute chargesaffiliates driving low-quality traffic increase this. - Trader Success Rate: does the affiliate's audience actually pass the challenge and cost the firm money? (Indirect metric, but important for long-term program health). - Average Order Value (AOV): at what price point (e.g., $200 vs. $1000 challenge) do their referrals purchase? - Identify top-performing affiliates and double down; create tiered programs or "VIP" status for consistent high performers. - Optimize landing pages and funnel copy to improve conversion rates. - Re-engage dormant affiliates with new offers or creative. 5. Compliance & Fraud Prevention (Critical in Prop Industry) - Prop firms are often paid via card payments and regulated by financial risk rules. Affiliates must be monitored for: - Fraudulent referrals: multiple accounts, self-referrals, or using bots to simulate sign-ups. - Misleading marketing: promises of "easy money" or "guaranteed funding" (which can lead to regulatory backlash and payment processor issues). - Cookie stuffing or commission theft. - Enforce clear terms and conditions in the affiliate agreement, including a zero-tolerance policy for disrespecting brand guidelines. - Work with the compliance team to ensure affiliates comply with regional advertising laws (e.g., EU, UK FCA rules, US CFTC guidelines regarding testimonials and performance claims). 6. Reporting & Data Analysis - Provide affiliates with transparent, real-time dashboards to track clicks, conversions, and earnings. - Prepare weekly/monthly performance reports for internal stakeholders (CFO, CMO) showing affiliate ROI, cost-per-acquisition, and revenue share. - Analyze trends in trader behavior (e.g., which account sizes convert best, which geographical regions perform well) and share insights with the product team or affiliates. - Troubleshoot tracking issues quicklyprop firm affiliates rely heavily on accurate click-to-sale attribution. 7. Payment Coordination & Administration - Ensure affiliates are paid accurately and on time (typically via PayPal, ACH, wire, or Payoneer). - Handle affiliate queries regarding commissions, withholdings, or payout thresholds. - Work with finance to reconcile affiliate paymentsespecially if recurring commissions are based on monthly trader performance or profit splits. - Manage administrative tasks like tax forms (e.g., W-8BEN for international affiliates) and affiliate network fees. 8. Managing the "Prop Firm" Unique Ecosystem - Prop firms are a highly competitive niche. The Affiliate Manager must stay updated on: - Competitor offers (e.g., another firm launching a "no time limit" challenge). - Affiliate commission wars (firms raising rates to attract top affiliates). - Changes in the broader prop-firm industry , like regulatory shifts (many firms recently moved away from US clients due to regulatory pressure, so affiliates need to be informed of geo-targeting). - Foster a sense of community among affiliates (e.g., dedicated Discord or Slack channel, leaderboard competitions, monthly performance bonuses) to increase retention. Key Skills Specific for a Prop Firm Affiliate Manager: - Forex/Trading Knowledge: Must understand trading terminology (profit split, drawdown, lot size, evaluation steps) to recruit credible affiliates and answer their questions. - Risk Awareness: Understanding the high-risk nature of trading and ensuring marketing is not predatory or misleading. - Data-Driven Mindset: Prop firms rely on volume and conversion optimization; a manager must be comfortable with numbers. - Relationship Building with Influencers: Prop-firm affiliates are often influential personalities in trading communities; maintaining good rapport is essential. - Compliance Savvy: Navigating financial marketing regulations across different countries. Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month Work Location: In person
Наблюдалась 2026-10-15, впервые 2026-10-12, источник — Indeed.