Payroll Partner (Fixed Term) | People Team

Barcelona

Meet our Barcelona team 🎥

Team description

SumUp's People Operations team keeps our people experience running smoothly across Europe — and payroll sits right at the heart of that. As we grow rapidly across Southern Europe, we're looking for a Payroll Partner to join us on a one-year fixed-term contract, taking full ownership of the payroll cycle for Spain and Italy. This is a solid next step for someone with a few years of payroll experience who's ready to go beyond the basics — driving real process improvements, working across two markets, and contributing to a People team that's building smarter, more efficient ways of working.

What you'll do

• Own the end-to-end payroll cycle for Spain and Italy, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local laws and regulations
• Spot and implement opportunities for automation and process improvement, using tools like Workday and Payslip to reduce manual effort and sharpen payroll quality
• Handle employee payroll queries through our ticketing system, resolving issues with care and efficiency
• Collaborate with People Operations, Compensation and Benefits, and Accounting to keep payroll data accurate and up to date
• Support the regional payroll lead in managing relationships with external providers, including health insurers and pension providers
• Review and update country-level payroll policies and procedures as the business evolves

What we’re looking for

• Hands-on payroll experience covering the full cycle, with familiarity processing payroll in Spain or Italy.
• Solid understanding of Spanish and/or Italian labour and tax law, with the confidence to apply it independently.
• Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs, and a natural comfort with data accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience working cross-functionally and communicating clearly with different teams and stakeholders.
• A proactive approach to process improvement, with an interest in automation tools and finding smarter ways to work.
• Fluency in English plus Spanish or Italian.

Why you should join SumUp

🌎 Opportunity to work with SumUppers globally on large-scale fintech products used by millions of businesses worldwide, from our Barcelona office. This involves an office-first setup.
🌈 Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: be part of a workplace that values and promotes diversity, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone's perspectives are respected and embraced.
🚀 Enrolment onto our Virtual Stock Option programme: you will own a stake in SumUp's future success.
📚 A dedicated annual L&D budget of €2000 for your individual development, which you can use to attend conferences and/or advancing your career through further education.
🏖 Generous time off: enjoy 23 days of paid leave plus public holidays and special leave days.
🥗 Subsidised restaurant tickets (Edenred) and office breakfast on Mondays.
🌴 Break4me: 1-month sabbatical after 3 years of service.
🔗 Referral Bonus: earn additional rewards by referring talented individuals to join the SumUp team.

About SumUp

Be empowered to do more that matters.

At SumUp, we're on a mission to empower small businesses across the globe by providing simple and affordable tools that allow them to thrive. Today, over 4 million businesses in 37 markets rely on SumUp as their financial partner to manage payments, finance and customer relationships.

Our commitment to small businesses is reflected in our diverse team of over 3,000 SumUppers from over 90 nationalities, united by global collaboration and an innovative mindset. Our core values lay the foundation for who we are and what we stand for, shaping our work culture and driving our success. We foster inclusivity and a continuous learning culture, providing a safe space for personal and professional growth. Our differences make us unique and strong as we strive to create an environment where everyone belongs and feels supported, no matter how they identify.

SumUp is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, actively seeking and embracing diversity in our workforce. We don't make hiring or employment decisions based on race, colour, religion or religious belief, ethnic or national origin, nationality, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other basis protected by applicable laws or prohibited by company policy. Our commitment extends beyond recruitment to creating a safe and respectful workplace where harassment of any form is strictly prohibited. Discover more about our culture and opportunities on our careers website, and follow our journey on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok.