Senior Manager Tax Planning & Strategy

ProfilHQ; Berlin; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

SumUp seeks a senior tax leader to partner with the Head of Tax, driving corporate income tax, transfer pricing, and indirect tax strategy across the Group. You will steer policy, risk management, and governance to support global operations.

You will shape Pillar Two, CbCR, and ATAD III considerations, manage audits, and guide strategic tax decisions for growth and IPO readiness. This role reports to the Global Head of Tax and leads the tax function across markets.

Qualifications

• Senior tax experience across corporate income tax, transfer pricing and indirect tax in a multinational.
• Ability to translate complex tax issues into clear positions for finance and auditors.
• Proven leadership in building in-house tax capability and developing senior team members.

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 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

Skills

Corporate tax

Transfer pricing

Indirect tax

Tax governance

People leadership

Job description

SumUp's tax function is scaling to match a business that now spans more than 40 entities. This role is a senior partner to the Head of Tax across the Group's tax agenda. You'll lead the implementation and operationalisation of corporate income tax, transfer pricing, and indirect tax strategy, and you'll help shape the positions and policies behind it.

You'll bring your own judgement to the most important topics, from how Pillar Two, CbCR, and ATAD III affect our structure to how we manage tax risk in audits, and you'll help the Head of Tax turn those views into a clear Group direction. This role reports to the Global Head of Tax and will have an impact on SumUp's IPO readiness.

What you'll do

• 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

You’ll be great for this role if…

• Senior tax experience across corporate income tax, transfer pricing, and indirect tax in a multinational, combining strategic leadership with hands-on technical delivery. You’re comfortable working through the detail yourself, from modelling and documentation to reviewing returns, and you don't need 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.

Why you should join SumUp

Join a global fintech with meaningful complexity, scale, and ambition, and play a visible role in shaping the future of tax at SumUp

Work on high-impact topics including corporate tax, transfer pricing, structuring, controversy, governance, and international expansion

Act as a true business partner, helping shape how tax supports product, commercial, and strategic decisions across the company

Be part of a collaborative and inclusive environment where different perspectives are welcomed and valued

Access opportunities for continuous learning and professional development

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 39 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 4,000 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 .

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