Senior Ecosystem Marketing Manager

Affinity is the relationship intelligence CRM trusted by private equity, venture capital, and investment banking professionals to manage their most valuable asset: relationships. Our platform transforms how deal teams source opportunities, manage pipelines, and accelerate deal flow by automatically capturing and organizing relationship data. With our 72-hour implementation and AI-powered insights, we're redefining what's possible in private capital markets.

We're seeking a relationship-focused marketer to build and scale Affinity's ecosystem marketing program across our growing network of partners, customers, and industry influencers. This role combines customer advocacy, partner marketing, and influencer relations to amplify our brand within the tight-knit private capital community. You'll leverage the interconnected nature of PE/VC relationships to create authentic advocacy programs that drive pipeline growth. This role reports to the Director of Customer Marketing.

Customer Advocacy Programs

• Build and manage a customer reference program featuring top-tier PE/VC firms
• Create compelling case studies showcasing ROI and deal flow acceleration
• Coordinate customer speaking opportunities at industry events and webinars
• Develop customer advisory board initiatives
• Facilitate peer-to-peer networking among customers across different market segments

Partner Marketing

• Manage co-marketing relationships with strategic partners in the private capital ecosystem
• Develop joint content initiatives with portfolio companies, service providers, and technology partners
• Create partner enablement materials and co-branded resources
• Build and track partner referral programs that leverage existing relationships

Influencer & Community Relations

• Identify and engage key thought leaders in private equity, venture capital, and middle market sectors
• Collaborate with industry podcast hosts and thought leadership platforms
• Coordinate influencer partnerships and thought leadership collaborations
• Develop speaking bureau relationships for Affinity executives
• Build authentic relationships within the private capital community

• Think relationship-first – understand that in private capital, authentic relationships drive everything
• Leverage AI tools daily for prospect research, content personalization, and relationship mapping
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Product Marketing, Demand Generation, Sales, and Customer Success teams
• Measure what matters – track partner-driven pipeline, customer advocacy impact, and community engagement
• Operate with sensitivity to the confidential nature of private capital relationships

You'll be instrumental in building Affinity's reputation as the relationship intelligence leader by creating authentic advocacy within the private capital community. Your work will directly impact our ability to penetrate new markets, accelerate deal cycles, and establish lasting relationships with the industry's most influential players.

The tight-knit nature of private capital makes this role uniquely impactful – one well-executed customer story or partner collaboration can unlock entire market segments and drive significant pipeline growth.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every qualification. At Affinity, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t perfectly align with the qualifications above, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Required

• 5-6 years experience in B2B marketing, ideally in financial services, private capital, or relationship-driven industries
• Proven track record managing customer advocacy, partner marketing, or community programs
• Strong relationship-building skills with ability to engage C-level executives and industry leaders
• Understanding of private capital markets – PE/VC ecosystem, deal flow, and industry dynamics preferred
• Excellent communication skills with ability to craft compelling stories about complex financial relationships
• Data-driven mindset with experience measuring and optimizing relationship marketing programs
• Proficiency with AI tools for research, personalization, and content creation

• We live our values: As owners, we take pride in everything we do. We embrace a growth mindset, engage in respectful candor, act as playmakers, and "taste the soup" by diving deep into experiences to create the best outcomes for our colleagues and clients.
• Health Benefits: We cover both you and your dependents' healthcare, dental, and optical insurance premiums and offer flexible personal & sick days to support your well-being.
• Retirement Planning: We offer a pension plan through SmartPension to help you plan for your future.
• Learning & Development: We provide an annual education budget and a comprehensive L&D program.
• Wellness Support: We reimburse monthly for things like home internet, meals, and wellness memberships/equipment to support your overall health and happiness.
• Team Connection: Virtual team-building activities and socials to keep our team connected, because building strong relationships is key to success.

A reasonable estimate of the current range is $108,000.00 - $163,000.00 USD Base.  Within the range, individual pay depends on various factors including geographical location and review of experience, knowledge, skills, abilities of the applicant.