Senior Affiliates and Partnership Manager VPN

A better internet where privacy is the default is possible. Building this better internet might seem daunting or even unthinkable but at Proton this is what we do every day.

Proton was founded in 2014 by a group of scientists who met at the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN). Our first productProton Mail is now the worlds largest encrypted email service. Subsequent Proton products such asProton VPNProton Calendar andProton Drive give our users full control over how and with whom their data is shared.

Today Proton makes privacy universally accessible. Journalists from outlets likeThe GuardianandThe New York Times some of the worlds largest organizations and people in more than 180 countries have signed up for over 70 million accounts. Our diverse and dynamic team is made up of more than 400 members representing over 40 different nationalities. While we are based in Geneva Switzerland we have offices in Zurich Prague London Vilnius Skopje Taipei and many more employees working remotely around the world.

Join one of Europes fastest-growing companies to help us solve challenging problems and build new products that will reach hundreds of millions of people. We want to create more than just one of the worlds most impactful tech companies; we want to create a new internet that serves the interests of all people. We need you your voice your ideas and your ambition to make it happen.

Purpose of the role

Reporting to the Head of Partnerships you will be responsible for the global growth of Proton VPNs affiliate program. You will manage a portfolio of strategic partners identify new growth opportunities negotiate commercial agreements and develop initiatives that drive customer acquisition and revenue.

This is a highly commercial role requiring a combination of relationship management business development strategic thinking and data-driven decision making.

The successful candidate will play a key role in scaling one of Protons largest acquisition channels while helping establish Proton VPN as a preferred partner across the affiliate ecosystem.

What you will do

Strategic Partner Management

• Own and grow relationships with Proton VPNs most strategic affiliate partners globally.
• Build joint business plans with key publishers and networks.
• Conduct regular business reviews and identify opportunities for incremental growth.
• Negotiate commercial agreements placements sponsorships and promotional opportunities.
• Establish partnerships across content commerce influencers strategic brand to brand loyalty and reward niche communities and more.

Business Development

• Identify recruit and onboard new affiliate partners across priority markets.
• Expand Proton VPNs presence across editorial comparison cashback loyalty student content commerce and emerging partner categories.
• Build relationships with agencies affiliate networks technology partners and industry stakeholders.
• Represent Proton at industry events and conferences.

Commercial Growth

• Deliver revenue subscription and profitability targets.
• Develop quarterly and annual growth plans.
• Analyse partner performance and optimise investments accordingly.
• Identify opportunities to improve partner activation engagement and retention.

Data & Performance Analysis

• Monitor affiliate performance and identify trends risks and opportunities.
• Produce forecasts and performance reporting for senior leadership.
• Evaluate commercial investments and partnership ROI.
• Track competitor activity and market developments.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with Product Marketing Creative Analytics and Regional teams.
• Support campaign planning launches and seasonal promotions.
• Work with internal stakeholders to improve landing page performance conversion rates and attribution.

Job requirements

Essential

• 5 years of experience in affiliate marketing partnerships performance marketing or business development.
• Proven experience managing strategic affiliate partnerships.
• Strong commercial negotiation skills.
• Experience working with affiliate networks and tracking platforms.
• Excellent analytical and reporting capabilities.
• Ability to influence stakeholders across multiple teams.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience working within a global business environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within SaaS cybersecurity technology fintech or subscription businesses.
• Familiarity with platforms such as Impact CJ Partnerize Tune Awin or similar.
• Experience managing editorial publishers cashback partners comparison sites loyalty platforms and strategic content partners.
• International partnership experience across North America Europe and APAC.
• Experience owning commercial targets and delivering measurable growth against acquisition goals.

Bonus Points

• Experience working with privacy-focused cybersecurity SaaS or subscription-based businesses.
• Passion for online privacy digital rights cybersecurity and protecting user data.
• Familiarity with the privacy and security ecosystem including key publishers influencers communities and industry trends.
• Experience managing similar affiliate or partnership programs within categories such as VPN secure email password management cloud storage or broader privacy-focused technology products.

Success in the First 12 Months

• Grow Proton VPNs affiliate revenue and customer acquisition globally.
• Strengthen relationships with strategic publishers and networks.
• Launch new partnerships across key international markets.
• Improve partner activation and program diversification.
• Deliver measurable growth against affiliate channel targets.
• Establish Proton VPN as a preferred advertiser across the affiliate ecosystem.
• Develop a scalable growth roadmap for the VPN affiliate program.

Why should you join Proton

• Be part of a movement -Proton is not just a product or service but a community-driven movement united by a shared vision of online freedom. Our services are open source audited and supported by community contributions. We give back to our community by maintaining core encryption libraries and by supporting other organizations furthering the same goals as is free open source neutral independent and community first while remaining financially sustainable.
• Work with smart and dedicated people -Our team is diverse collaborative and tight-knit with people coming from all walks of life including many of the worlds top academic institutions and organizations such as MIT Harvard Stanford Caltech Cambridge and ETH.
• Join a strong brand -Our encrypted email service - ProtonMail - has grown to be a staple of online security and privacy. Proton has been featured in multiple popular television and film productions such as Mr. Robot Knives Out Sounds of Metal and more.
• Grow with us -Were one of Europes fastest-growing startups doubling in size every year. Our growth gives you limitless career and educational opportunities as well as the opportunity to work side-by-side with many world-leading experts in their fields.
• Have your voice heard -We value your opinion and encourage you to speak up and share your ideas and thoughts. At Proton no problem is someone elses problem. We collectively strive to do the right thing and be the undisputed best in the world at everything we do.
• Benefits these vary by location and type of contract but expect support on your vacation parental leave refreshment if working from the office learning and development opportunities equity for shared success flexible working hours and remote work company events and team building activities.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Proton we believe diversity drives innovation and strengthens our mission to provide privacy as a default for all. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals regardless of race ethnicity gender age sexual orientation physical ability or socio-economic background feel valued and empowered. We strive to create equal opportunities promote open dialogue and support continuous learning to ensure every voice is heard and respected.

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Required Experience:

Manager

Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1