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About the Role

This role serves as a senior partner to the Head of Tax, focusing on the Group's tax agenda. You will lead the implementation and operationalization of corporate income tax, transfer pricing, and indirect tax strategy, and help shape the associated positions and policies. The role involves providing judgment on key topics like Pillar Two, CbCR, and ATAD III, managing tax risk in audits, and assisting the Head of Tax in defining Group direction. This position reports to the Global Head of Tax and will contribute to SumUp's IPO readiness.

Responsibilities

Lead delivery of SumUp's tax agenda across corporate income tax, transfer pricing, and indirect tax, within the Group tax strategy set by the Head of Tax
Oversee the transfer pricing framework and its implementation, and propose improvements to both substance and automation
Draft and maintain tax policies, controls, and governance documentation for Group entities, for sign-off by the Head of Tax
Act as the first point of contact for tax authority audits and controversies, keeping the Head of Tax aligned on positions and exposure
Provide independent technical judgement on high-stakes tax positions, challenging assumptions and bringing options and recommendations to the Head of Tax
Partner with Tax Compliance and Tax Operations to keep strategic positions compliant and operationally workable
Lead the Pillar Two and CbCR implementation, turning requirements into practical plans for affected markets
Lead, develop, and prioritise the tax team, and deputise for the Head of Tax when required

Requirements

Senior tax experience across corporate income tax, transfer pricing, and indirect tax in a multinational, combining strategic leadership with hands-on technical delivery.
Comfortable working through the detail yourself, from modelling and documentation to reviewing returns, and not needing to hand every technical question to an adviser.
A track record of building in-house tax expertise, with a preference for developing capability internally and using external advisers selectively, for specialist opinions and peer review rather than day-to-day analysis.
Proven track record developing senior tax team members, including people leadership, prioritisation, and performance development.
Strong knowledge of European corporate income tax, transfer pricing, and cross-border structuring, along with Pillar Two, CbCR, and EU Directives.
Experience leading tax audits and controversies, including extensive direct engagement with tax authorities.
Ability to translate complex regulatory and commercial issues into clear tax positions, communicated confidently to non-tax stakeholders such as finance leadership and auditors.

Skills

Corporate income tax
Transfer pricing
Indirect tax
Pillar Two
CbCR
ATAD III
Tax risk management
Tax policy
Tax governance
Tax authority audits
Tax controversies
Modelling
Documentation
Return review
European corporate income tax
Cross-border structuring
EU Directives
People leadership
Prioritisation
Performance development
Communication with non-tax stakeholders

Experience Level

Senior

Benefits

Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development

About the Company

SumUp is a global fintech company on a mission to empower small businesses across the globe by providing simple and affordable tools that allow them to thrive.
Over 4 million businesses in 39 markets rely on SumUp as their financial partner.
The company has a diverse team of over 4,000 SumUppers from over 90 nationalities.
Core values lay the foundation for who we are and what we stand for, shaping work culture and driving success.
Fosters inclusivity and a continuous learning culture, providing a safe space for personal and professional growth.
Strives to create an environment where everyone belongs and feels supported.

Equal Opportunity

SumUp is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, actively seeking and embracing diversity in our workforce.
Hiring and employment decisions are not made 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.
Commitment extends beyond recruitment to creating a safe and respectful workplace where harassment of any form is strictly prohibited.