Senior Acquisition Marketing Executive - Affiliates

Posted 24 Days Ago
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Hiring Remotely in Emfuleni, ZAF
In-Office or Remote
Senior level
Fintech • Information Technology • Payments • Software • Financial Services • Cryptocurrency
The Role
The Senior Acquisition Marketing Executive will manage affiliate partnerships, optimize marketing strategies, and analyze performance metrics to scale growth in casino, sportsbook, and predictions.
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Who we are

Duelbits is a crypto-native entertainment platform spanning casino, sportsbook, and prediction markets, built for a digital-first generation.

We operate at the intersection of gaming, crypto, sports, and internet culture, combining high-performance marketing with real-time product experiences. Acquisition sits at the core of our growth engine, driving high-value players across multiple channels and markets.

What we’re looking for

We’re looking to engage a Senior Acquisition Marketing Executive - Affiliates to own and scale Duelbits’ affiliate channel, our highest-volume acquisition driver.

This role carries direct responsibility for sourcing partners, structuring deals, and optimising performance across FTDs, CPA, and player quality. You’ll manage the affiliate lifecycle end-to-end while ensuring the channel is fully integrated into the broader acquisition ecosystem.

This is a role for someone commercially sharp, data-driven, and focused on unlocking scalable growth across casino, sportsbook, and predictions.

What you’ll be doing

Affiliate Growth & Optimisation

  • Own day-to-day performance of the affiliate portfolio across all verticals.
  • Source, negotiate, and onboard new affiliate partners (networks, publishers, media buyers, comparison sites).
  • Optimise commission structures (CPA, rev share, hybrid) to maximise ROI and player quality.
  • Test new affiliate types, geographies, and traffic sources to diversify acquisition.
  • Monitor competitor activity and emerging opportunities across crypto, iGaming, and esports.

Performance & Analysis

  • Own reporting and performance tracking for the affiliate channel.
  • Analyse partner-level metrics: FTDs, CPA, LTV, ROAS, and player quality.
  • Identify underperformance and implement corrective actions.
  • Run cohort analyses to evaluate long-term value by partner and deal structure.
  • Deliver structured insights and recommendations to the Head of Acquisition and CMO.

Partner Management & Execution

  • Build and maintain relationships with affiliate partners, networks, and agencies.
  • Manage negotiations, rate cards, and performance-based agreements.
  • Provide partners with creatives, tracking links, and updated offers.
  • Ensure accurate tracking, attribution, and compliance across all partnerships.

Testing & Innovation

  • Lead testing across affiliate strategies: offers, creatives, geos, and partner types.
  • Work with BI to validate hypotheses and optimise performance.
  • Identify new growth opportunities across crypto, Web3, and emerging channels.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work with BI on attribution, tracking, and fraud detection.
  • Align with CRM to optimise onboarding and early-stage conversion.
  • Collaborate with creative teams to develop high-performing assets.
  • Share insights with acquisition and product marketing teams to inform strategy.

What you bring

Core Capability

  • 3+ years’ experience in affiliate or acquisition marketing within iGaming, crypto, fintech, or performance-led environments.
  • Strong understanding of affiliate mechanics: deal structures, commission models, and tracking platforms.
  • Proven ability to scale affiliate programmes and deliver against FTD and CPA targets.
  • Strong analytical capability; comfortable working with performance data and dashboards.
  • Experience with Excel/Sheets; familiarity with SQL, Looker, GA, Tableau or similar tools is a plus.
  • Strong negotiation skills and commercial judgement.
  • Excellent communication and partner management skills.
  • Self-driven and comfortable operating in a remote, fast-paced environment.

Advantageous Experience

  • Experience within crypto or Web3 acquisition.
  • Familiarity with iGaming affiliate platforms and networks.
  • Understanding of SEO-driven affiliate models and comparison traffic.
  • Knowledge of regulatory requirements across multiple markets.
  • Exposure to blockchain, wallets, and crypto-native audiences.

What we offer

  • Competitive package with performance-linked incentives.
  • Fully remote collaboration.
  • Direct impact on one of the core growth channels of the business.
  • Opportunity to scale a high-performing affiliate programme globally.
  • Work alongside a fast-moving, data-driven marketing team.

Skills Required

  • 3+ years' experience in affiliate or acquisition marketing
  • Strong understanding of affiliate mechanics
  • Proven ability to scale affiliate programmes
  • Strong analytical capability with performance data
  • Experience with Excel/Sheets; familiarity with SQL, Looker, GA, Tableau is a plus
  • Strong negotiation skills and commercial judgement
  • Excellent communication and partner management skills
  • Self-driven and comfortable operating in a remote environment
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The Company
HQ: Emfuleni
75 Employees

What We Do

Duelbits is a crypto casino and sportsbook aiming to bring users the most rewarding gambling experience. Founded in 2020 and despite the COVID-19 crisis, Duelbits has grown from 10 to more than 80 employees worldwide, becoming a reputable premium casino and sportsbook brand, particularly within the crypto niche. Duelbits’ ambition is to become a niche global brand, offering users better rewards and an easy-to-use product, all accompanied by the crypto element, allowing users fast and secure payments.

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