SmartFinancial is a leading insurance technology platform transforming how consumers connect with insurance providers. Our marketplace intelligently matches high-intent shoppers with the right carriers and agents across multiple channels, delivering real-time results at scale. We’re growing fast and looking for bold, analytical, and driven marketers to help us accelerate even further.
About the RoleWe’re looking for an experienced Email Partnerships Manager to join our performance marketing team and lead the strategy and execution of our third-party email marketing program. This role is critical in expanding our reach and driving high-intent insurance shoppers into our marketplace. You’ll own the day-to-day management of email publishers, drive campaign strategy, ensure channel compliance, and partner closely with cross-functional teams to optimize performance.
This is a high-impact, performance-driven role for someone who thrives on owning partnerships, loves digging into data, and knows how to scale winning campaigns.
Responsibilities- Own all aspects of managing our third-party email marketing partners, including onboarding, performance monitoring, and optimization.
- Develop and manage profitable email campaigns that align with CPA targets and business goals.
- Monitor traffic quality and ensure compliance with internal policies and industry standards.
- Serve as the bridge between external partners and internal creative/tech teams to execute campaigns successfully.
- Analyze performance reports, partner insights, and attribution data to make informed strategic decisions.
- Collaborate with our growth, product, and analytics teams to increase user engagement and conversion from email traffic.
- Identify new partnership opportunities and scale high-performing relationships.
- Base Salary: $90,000 – $120,000
- Commission/Performance Bonus: $50,000+ annually
- Total On-Target Earnings (OTE): $140,000 – $170,000
- Equity: Stock options
- 3+ years of experience in digital marketing, with a focus on email marketing, affiliate management, or performance partnerships.
- Deep understanding of email publishers and the affiliate ecosystem.
- Proven ability to manage campaigns to CPA goals and optimize for ROI.
- Strong analytical skills and comfort working with performance data and dashboards.
- Clear and confident communicator—able to manage both internal and external relationships.
- Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Experience in insurance, financial services, or other regulated verticals is a plus.
- Competitive Base Salary + Commissions + Performance Bonuses
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Stock Options
- Internal Promotion Opportunities – We believe in growing talent from within
- World-Class Training and Onboarding
- Use the latest technology, tools, and automation systems
- Fast-paced, energetic environment where innovation is encouraged
- Play ping pong, collaborate with sharp teammates, and enjoy a culture that celebrates hard work and having fun
Be part of a rapidly growing tech company reshaping the insurance landscape!
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SmartFinancial Costa Mesa, California, USA Office
We are located in a fun, lively, neighborhood near restaurants, cafes, and entertainment venues. Plus, we're just a hop, skip and jump to the beach.
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