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Trade and Partner Marketing Director, APACSydney, AustraliaPosted yesterdayJoin a movement in which everyone can win. We started a movement in which everyone can win shoppers, retailers, society and every person on our team. To play fair, trust people and reward them for doing the right thing. We see and feel the impact of our work as more and more people gain financial freedom and retailers grow across the globe.Founded five years ago in Sydney, Australia, Afterpay has over 11 million active customers globally and more than 64,000 of the world''s best retailers around the world including Anthropologie, Revolve, DSW, GOAT, Finish Line, Levi''s, Mac Cosmetics, Ray-Ban and many others. Afterpay is on a mission to power an economy in which everyone wins.Afterpay is completely free for customers who pay on time helping people spend responsibly without incurring interest, fees or extended debt. We empower customers to access what they want and need, while maintaining financial wellness, by splitting payments into four, for both online and in-store purchases. We are committed to delivering positive outcomes for our community of shoppers.We trust in the next generation and share a vision of a more accessible and sustainable world where people are rewarded for doing the right thing.The RoleAs Director of Trade and Partner Marketing for APAC, you will lead the strategy and execution of highly impactful marketing initiativesdriving customer engagement, merchant value, and business growth across the region. Reporting to the Country Manager APAC, you''ll deliver integrated programs that shape shopping behavior and enhance Afterpay''s presence in Australia and New Zealand. This role is based in Sydney, with a hybrid of in-office and remote work.You will oversee a high-performing team across Trade Marketing, Partner Marketing, and Visual Merchandising. You will lead major shopping events such as Afterpay Day and Holiday Season, and drive innovative partner marketing programs with top-tier merchants across retail, travel, ticketing, food delivery, and more. Additionally, you will oversee our Visual Merchandising strategy to ensure strong in-store presence and brand visibility.Your work will balance strategic leadership with operational excellence, creating value for partners and supporting Afterpay''s growth objectives.You WillLead 7 cross-functional marketers, fostering a culture of collaboration, creativity, continuous improvement, and high performance.Develop and execute the strategic roadmap across Trade, Partner Marketing, and Visual Merchandising.Drive innovation to unlock customer growth and partner value.Execute flagship campaigns including Afterpay Day, Holiday, and EOFY.Design and deliver innovative co-marketing campaigns with key merchant partners across multiple verticals.Oversee Visual Merchandising strategies to ensure strong in-store presence and brand visibility.Ensure operational excellence and strong governance across your function.Own and optimize budget allocation across initiatives.Establish measurement frameworks to track and report on key metrics.Partner cross-functionally with Sales, International Marketing, Finance, and Legal to align on business goals.You HaveAt least 12 years of marketing experience, with a proven record in developing and executing integrated marketing and partner relationships.Experience leading cross-functional teams in fast-paced environments, fostering collaboration and high performance.Strong understanding of consumer insights, market trends, and customer behavior.A bold creative mindset combined with commercial acumen and strategic thinking.Strong leadership and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and unify teams around shared goals.Excellent communication skills, with experience presenting results, insights, and recommendations to senior leadership.Retail experience is preferred but not mandatory.We are committed to building a more inclusive economy and workplace. Block is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate all applicants fairly and provide accommodations for disabled candidates during recruitment. We encourage sharing any needs with your recruiter.Block is a globally distributed company; this role may require working across multiple time zones and outside normal hours.Our benefits are designed to empower you to do your best work and build the life you want, including remote work, medical insurance, flexible time off, retirement plans, and family support. Learn more about our benefits at Block.Block, Inc. (NYSE: XYZ) develops technology to increase access to the global economy through brands like Square, Cash App, Afterpay, TIDAL, Bitkey, and Proto, helping build an open financial system for everyone. #J-18808-Ljbffr