Working Student Payroll & People Ops

About the team Our Northern Europe Payroll & People Operations team keeps things running smoothly for SumUppers across Germany, UK, Ireland, Netherlands, Denmark & Belgium, making sure payroll is accurate, compliant, and on time. In this role, you'll start with a real focus on Germany, building solid foundations in payroll and people operations before gradually getting exposure to other countries and broader areas of the people ops and payroll space. You'll be the person SumUppers turn to with their questions, the one making sure payroll data is complete and correct, and the one digging into the detail to find what's missing. If you're looking for a role where you can genuinely grow your skills and develop over time, this is a great place to start. Check out our Berlin office What you'll do Answer employee queries and be a reliable point of contact for SumUppers across Northern Europe Support payroll inputs, helping to make sure every SumUpper gets paid accurately and on time Use Excel to investigate and track down missing or inconsistent data, keeping records clean and compliant Be the go-to person for incoming questions via post and email, whether that's from employees, payroll providers, or insurance companies, making sure nothing falls through the cracks Support recurring administrative tasks tied to employee lifecycle changes, such as contract updates and onboarding You'll be great for this role if… You're fluent in both German and English, written and spoken You have a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in everything you do You're comfortable handling sensitive and confidential information with care and discretion You have a solid working knowledge of Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs You're proactive, curious, and genuinely driven to learn and develop over time Why you should join SumUp 🌎 Opportunity to work with SumUppers globally on large-scale fintech products used by millions of businesses worldwide, from our Berlin 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 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. Job Application Tip We recognise that candidates feel they need to meet 100% of the job criteria in order to apply for a job. Please note that this is only a guide. If you don't tick every box, it's ok too because it means you have room to learn and develop your career at SumUp.Find more English Speaking Jobs in Germany on Arbeitnow

About the team Our Northern Europe Payroll & People Operations team keeps things running smoothly for SumUppers across Germany, UK, Ireland, Netherlands, Denmark & Belgium, making sure payroll is accurate, compliant, and on time. In this role, you'll start with a real focus on Germany, building solid foundations in payroll and people operations before gradually getting exposure to other countries and broader areas of the people ops and payroll space. You'll be the person SumUppers turn to with their questions, the one making sure payroll data is complete and correct, and the one digging into the detail to find what's missing. If you're looking for a role where you can genuinely grow your skills and develop over time, this is a great place to start. Check out our Berlin office What you'll do Answer employee queries and be a reliable point of contact for SumUppers across Northern Europe Support payroll inputs, helping to make sure every SumUpper gets paid accurately and on time Use Excel to investigate and track down missing or inconsistent data, keeping records clean and compliant Be the go-to person for incoming questions via post and email, whether that's from employees, payroll providers, or insurance companies, making sure nothing falls through the cracks Support recurring administrative tasks tied to employee lifecycle changes, such as contract updates and onboarding You'll be great for this role if… You're fluent in both German and English, written and spoken You have a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in everything you do You're comfortable handling sensitive and confidential information with care and discretion You have a solid working knowledge of Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs You're proactive, curious, and genuinely driven to learn and develop over time Why you should join SumUp 🌎 Opportunity to work with SumUppers globally on large-scale fintech products used by millions of businesses worldwide, from our Berlin 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 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. Job Application Tip We recognise that candidates feel they need to meet 100% of the job criteria in order to apply for a job. Please note that this is only a guide. If you don't tick every box, it's ok too because it means you have room to learn and develop your career at SumUp.Find more English Speaking Jobs in Germany on Arbeitnow