Account Executive

Sumup; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + uncapped commission

2,000 € learning budget

Sabbatical after 3 years

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Referral bonus

Office-first culture in Central London

Global brand with fintech exposure

Job summary

SumUp in London is seeking an Account Executive to drive growth across the UK and Europe. You will identify prospects, build relationships, and own the full sales cycle from first outreach to deal closed.

You’ll visit clients on-site, deliver demos, and craft value-driven pitches that convert. You’ll thrive with 1–2 years of outbound sales or business development experience, a results-driven attitude, and a passion for helping merchants access smart payment tools.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of outbound sales or business development experience.
• Confidence, curiosity and a results-driven mindset.
• Experience with high-volume outreach and demos is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify and reach out to prospects via calls, emails and social.
• Build relationships by understanding business needs and demonstrating SumUp value.
• Conduct on-site meetings and deliver product demos that convert.
• Own the full sales cycle from outreach to deal closing.
• Track performance and strive to meet targets with data-driven improvements.
• Collaborate with the team to energise outbound culture.

Skills

Outbound sales

Business development

Phone outreach

Target driven

Job description

Join our high-energy team in London and help us bring smarter payment solutions to growing businesses across the UK and Europe. At SumUp, we're on a mission to empower merchants by making payments simple, accessible, and hassle-free. Today, we support over 4 million businesses in 30+ countries — and we're just getting started. As an Account Executive, you'll be part of a collaborative, fast-paced team driving growth and helping business owners with £50k+ in revenue access the tools they need to succeed.

What you’ll do

• Proactively identify and reach out to prospects via calls, emails, and social — you'll be the one starting the conversation
• Build strong relationships by understanding the unique needs of each business and showing how SumUp can make a real difference
• Go on-site to meet prospects and clients in person — building trust face-to-face and delivering demos that convert
• Deliver value-driven product pitches and demos that help convert curiosity into commitment
• Own the full sales cycle — from first outreach to deal closed
• Track your performance, meet your goals, and continuously level up through feedback and data
• Share insights, collaborate with your team, and help build an energised outbound culture in the office

You’ll be great for this role if…

• You have 1–2 years of outbound sales or business development experience — and a drive to learn and grow fast in the role.
• You're confident, curious, and comfortable with high-volume outreach (mostly phone-based).
• You love solving problems and helping people.
• You're results-driven and thrive on smashing targets.
• You bring a positive, team-first attitude and enjoy celebrating wins with your colleagues.
• Bonus: Experience in payment tech, SaaS, or hospitality tools is a big plus.

Why you should join SumUp

Competitive base salary + uncapped commission — your earning potential grows with your success!

A foot in the fintech door — work for a global brand that’s scaling fast and be part of a mission-driven team with real impact

Office-first culture in Central London — collaborate face-to-face with a fun, supportive team and stay connected to the energy of live sales

€2,000 annual learning budget — invest in your development with training, events, or courses that support your goals

Sabbatical after 3 years — take a well‑earned 30-day break to reset or pursue something meaningful

Diverse and inclusive workplace — be part of a team that values different perspectives and creates space for everyone to thrive

Referral bonus — help grow the team by referring talented friends or former colleagues and get rewarded for it

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 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.