Partnerships Manager

About Shockbyte

Have you ever jumped into a Minecraft world, battled in ARK, or built in Rust? Chances are, you've already played on a Shockbyte server. With 60+ games supported and hundreds of thousands of players worldwide, we're one of the largest game server hosting companies on the planet. As we keep scaling fast, we're looking for talented people to help shape the future of multiplayer gaming - and we want you on our team.

We're not just building servers - we're building the future of multiplayer. At Shockbyte, you'll squad up with a high-performing, tech-heavy team that's passionate about making game server hosting seamless for players everywhere. We invest in our people and their careers to achieve shared success.

We value people who take ownership, push objectives forward, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. If you love games, love tech, and want your work to have a real impact on players and game studios worldwide, Shockbyte is the place to make it happen.

About The Role

We're looking for an Affiliate Partnerships Manager to lead the growth of our affiliate program in UGC (User-Generated Content). In this role, you'll own the full lifecycle of affiliate partnerships - from identifying and recruiting mod authors and creators, to negotiating deals, onboarding partners, and scaling their success.

Your mission is to make Shockbyte the #1 choice for modded and modpack hosting by building a thriving affiliate ecosystem. You'll create measurable impact by driving new customers, expanding affiliate reach, and generating revenue through long-term, trusted partnerships.

You are

• Ownership-Driven – You take responsibility, see things through, and never leave problems unsolved.
• Impact-Focused – You push objectives forward with bold actions and make meaningful contributions.
• Growth-Minded – You're always learning, asking questions, and helping others level up.
• Ego-Free – You welcome feedback, value honesty, and put the team above ego.
• Transparent – You share knowledge openly, make your work visible, and build trust through clarity.

Your Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Proven experience in affiliate marketing, influencer partnerships, or business development.
• Experience with outreach and prospecting, including engaging partners, influencers, or affiliates.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills to engage creators and communities.
• Negotiation skills and confidence structuring and managing partnership agreements.
• Ability to track and analyse affiliate performance data (traffic, conversions, revenue).
• Organised and detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple partnerships at once.
• Hands-on experience with HubSpot, or similar CRM platforms for outreach and pipeline management.

Bonus Points For

• Familiarity with gaming, Minecraft, and modding communities.
• Experience with media relations or PR, such as working with gaming press, blogs, or community news outlets.

• Hybrid Work – Flexibility to work from home or the office so you can balance work and life your way.
• Flexible Working Hours – Adjust your schedule to fit your lifestyle and peak productivity times.
• Career Growth – Clear progression pathways and opportunities to level up your career with us.
• Professional Development Budget – Courses, certifications, and conferences to sharpen your skills.
• Home Office / Coworking Stipend – Support to create your perfect workspace.
• Virtual Team Events – From trivia to escape rooms, plus epic game nights where we squad up together.
• Company Merch Packs – Rock custom hoodies, mugs, and stickers designed just for our team.
• Travel Opportunities – Meet teammates around the world and represent Shockbyte at events.
• Free Game Server Hosting – Spin up your own servers and play on us.
• Esports & Gaming Events – Free tickets to tournaments and gaming expos.