Senior Partnerships Marketing Manager

<h3><strong>Join Proton and build a better internet where privacy is the default</strong></h3> <p>At Proton, we believe that privacy is a fundamental human right and the cornerstone of democracy. Since our inception in 2014, founded by a team of scientists from CERN, we have dedicated ourselves to providing free and open-source technology to millions worldwide, ensuring access to privacy, security, and freedom online.</p> <p>Our journey began with Proton Mail, the largest secure email service globally, and has since expanded to include Proton VPN, Proton Calendar, Proton Drive, and Proton Pass. These tools empower individuals and organizations to take control of their personal data, break away from Big Tech’s invasive practices, and defeat censorship. Our work impacts hundreds of millions of lives, from activists on the front lines defending freedom to leaders in governments protecting sensitive information. In some cases, Proton’s services have even been instrumental in saving lives by enabling secure and private communications in high-risk situations.</p> <p>Proton today supports over 100 million user accounts with a growing team of over 500 people from over 50 different countries, from the world's top companies and universities. We value intelligence, learning potential, and ambition in our hiring process. Adaptability is key as we navigate uncharted territories and redefine how business is conducted online. We believe smaller teams of exceptional talent will always prevail over larger teams with lower talent density. Proton has become profitable and reached scale without relying upon VC funding, largely due to superior talent that allows us to do things faster, more creatively, and more efficiently.</p> <p>We have a global mindset and big ambitions but remain a start-up at heart. We value empowerment and flexibility and keep our structure flat to keep moving fast and avoid unnecessary politics. Tired of blending into the crowd? Join us and do work you can truly be proud of. <span>Check our <strong>social media pages</strong> to learn more about us: <a href="https://x.com/ProtonPrivacy">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/ProtonMail/">Reddit</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/protonprivacy/">Instagram</a>.</span></p> <h3><strong>The role</strong></h3> <p>Looking for a way to combine your natural <strong>sales and communication skills</strong> with <strong>digital marketing</strong>? Do you enjoy being at the forefront of social media marketing, digital advertising, and cutting-edge tech? If so, we want to meet you!</p> <p>Proton’s Affiliate team is one of the main acquisition channels for the company. The affiliate team  recruits and builds relationships with digital content creators, influencers, and websites to  generate sales, amplify the reach and impact of Proton’s suite of privacy-focused products. </p> <p>Proton is looking for an experienced <strong>Senior</strong> <strong>Partnerships Marketing Manager</strong> to help scale our affiliate and partner programs across Proton Mail, Proton Pass, Proton Drive and Proton VPN. If you have a proven track record in affiliate marketing, strong commercial instincts, and thrive in fast-paced, data-driven environments—we’d love to hear from you.</p> <h3><strong>What you will do</strong></h3> <ul> <li><strong>Own and grow high-impact affiliate relationships</strong> with top-tier content publishers, blogs, and affiliate networks</li> <li><strong>Drive performance</strong> across your portfolio through CRO, creative testing, and funnel optimization</li> <li><strong>Identify, recruit, and negotiate</strong> new partnerships in competitive verticals like VPNs, cybersecurity, and SaaS</li> <li>Collaborate cross-functionally with product, PR, and brand teams to ensure partners are aligned with product launches and campaigns</li> </ul> <h3><strong>Job requirements</strong></h3> <ul> <li>5+ years’ experience in affiliate marketing, partnerships, or digital business development</li> <li>Experience working in competitive verticals (e.g., cybersecurity, SaaS, finance, ecommerce)</li> <li>Commercial acumen and strong negotiation skills</li> <li>Confidence working with performance data (Google Analytics, Ahrefs, internal dashboards)</li> <li>Knowledge of performance channels such as SEO, content marketing, paid media, and PR</li> <li>Strong communication and relationship-building skills</li> <li>CRO/UX experience and a keen eye for conversion drivers</li> <li>Familiarity with affiliate networks (e.g., CJ, PartnerStack, Impact)</li> <li>Existing network of relevant affiliates or media partners</li> <li>Experience working with tools like SEMrush, Similarweb, Looker, or Tableau</li> </ul> <p>Even if you don’t meet all the requirements listed above, but feel you could still be a great fit, please still apply.</p> <h3><strong>Why Proton</strong></h3> <p><strong>Office First:</strong> Collaboration is easier and more effective in person, which is why we have off