The Analyst, Partner Channel Acquisition role will support the success of our Affiliate channel with a focus on maintaining profitable card acquisition and driving scalable growth opportunities. The successful candidate will manage a portfolio of affiliate partners spanning content specialists, financial educators, loyalty and rewards platforms, and credit score providers.
Working with a broad group of external partners and stakeholders across the acquisition team and beyond, the candidate will leverage strong relationship management, analytical capabilities and marketing expertise to support innovation, efficiency and results across the affiliate channel.
This position plays a key role in the continued growth of new Card Member acquisition at American Express and offers exposure to a dynamic set of affiliate partners and marketing strategies as the future of search and digital discovery continues to evolve.
ResponsibilitiesChannel & Acquisition Strategy Execution
- Support the development and execution of acquisition strategies across card products and affiliate partners, including offers, target audiences and prospect-facing positioning.
- Own and execute prospect-facing marketing initiatives across a portfolio of 10+ affiliate partners.
- Assist in identifying expansion opportunities with new and existing affiliate partners through test-and-learn initiatives.
Partner & Stakeholder Management
- Support management of external partner relationships to optimize existing programs and identify new acquisition opportunities.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders across acquisition, product, commercial marketing and international teams to ensure alignment on strategies.
- Contribute to partner updates, business reviews and ongoing communications, including sharing performance insights and recommendations.
Campaign & Performance Optimization
- Leverage data and analytics to track channel performance, identify trends and recommend improvements to campaigns and channel strategies.
- Develop data-driven proposals to optimize acquisition outcomes across affiliate partners.
- Partner with risk and other internal teams to ensure sustainable and compliant acquisition growth.
The successful candidate will meet the following qualifications:
- Strong relationship-building, collaboration and communication skills with the ability to work across internal teams and external partners.
- Proven ability to drive results, partnering with multiple stakeholders across functions and levels to deliver on collective objectives.
- Analytical mindset with experience using data to inform decisions and drive performance improvements.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to adapt quickly and operate effectively within evolving business needs.
- Team-oriented mindset with a focus on supporting broader organizational goals.
- Interest in industry trends and external factors impacting acquisition strategies.
Minimum Qualifications:
- University degree in Marketing / Business / Commerce, or equivalent combination of education and business experience.
- At least 2-3 years of experience in an equivalent marketing position.
- Experience in digital marketing, acquisition channels, or partnerships is an asset.
Employment eligibility to work with American Express is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions
The job posting is for an existing vacancy.
We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:
- Competitive base salaries
- Bonus incentives
- Support for financial-well-being and retirement
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location)
- Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
- Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location)
- Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
- Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
- Career development and training opportunities
American Express is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible work environment in which all people who apply for positions or who work for or on behalf of Amex are treated with dignity and respect and are provided with equal treatment with respect to employment, regardless of that person's age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, colour, ancestry, ethnic or national origin, citizenship, religion or creed, marital status, family status, pregnancy, disability, record of offences, social condition or origin, political beliefs, association or activity or other factors prohibited under applicable Human Rights legislation (the “Prohibited Grounds”). If you have a disability and need accommodation, please speak with the Recruiter for more information.
Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.
