Freelance Affiliate Marketing Manager

TL;DR

Freelance Affiliate Marketing Manager: Overseeing and scaling a global affiliate program within the premium beauty sector with an accent on driving measurable ROI and safeguarding premium positioning. Focus on owning and optimising the Rakuten affiliate platform, recruiting diverse partners, and delivering actionable performance insights.

Location: Remote (UK)

Salary: £350–£450 per day (Outside IR35)

Company

hirify.global is a boutique consultancy and growth agency partnering with ambitious retail and eCommerce brands.

What you will do

• Own and optimize a global affiliate program for a luxury skincare brand.
• Recruit and develop a balanced mix of affiliate partners across content, cashback, and loyalty.
• Negotiate commercial terms to maximize visibility and return.
• Build and execute a forward-planned campaign and promotional calendar.
• Deliver weekly and monthly performance reporting with actionable insights.

Requirements

• Strong affiliate marketing experience, ideally on Rakuten.
• Proven success negotiating placements and commercial rates.
• Analytical capability with confidence interpreting performance data.
• Experience within luxury, beauty, or premium eCommerce environments.
• Ability to manage global stakeholders in a part-time capacity.
• Must be based in the UK.

Culture & Benefits

• Outside IR35 contract offering flexibility and autonomy.
• 20-hour work week, ideal for portfolio professionals.
• Immediate ownership of a global revenue channel.
• Exposure to premium brand positioning and international markets.
• Opportunity to shape long-term affiliate strategy.