KYC Operations Agent with English

SumUp; United States; On-site; USD 11,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Annual L&D budget €2000

25 days paid leave (+1 per year)

On-site yoga

Multisport card

Job summary

SumUp is seeking a KYC Operations Associate to review and verify merchant applications, ensuring daily targets and quality standards are met. You will work with databases and internal tools and collaborate with team leads to maintain compliant onboarding for our merchant base.

This office-based role in Sofia offers an inclusive environment, an annual L&D budget, generous leave, health and life insurance, and a focus on learning and growth as you help scale SumUp's fintech platform.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Experience in KYC, compliance, or customer support is a plus.
• Comfortable working with databases and digital tools.

Responsibilities

• Review and process verification cases for new and existing merchants.
• Learn and apply KYC processes and market requirements.
• Use internal tools to assess merchant information and flag issues.
• Collaborate with team leads to ensure compliance.
• Manage backlog for your market.

Skills

English fluency

Second language

KYC/compliance experience

Database literacy

Organisational skills

Learning mindset

Tools

Databases

Internal tools

Job description

About the team:

Our KYC Operations team sits at the heart of SumUp's merchant onboarding experience, making sure new businesses can get up and running quickly and compliantly. We review and verify merchant applications, working to tight quality standards so that every case is handled accurately and on time. This is a great opportunity to build a solid foundation in financial compliance and operations, with the support of experienced colleagues around you from day one.

What you'll do:

• Review and process verification cases for new and existing merchants, ensuring each case is completed accurately and within daily targets
• Learn and apply KYC processes and market-specific requirements with the support of senior agents and quality assurance specialists
• Use internal tools and databases to assess merchant information and flag any issues
• Collaborate closely with team leads to ensure cases are handled in line with compliance standards
• Contribute to keeping the team's case backlog under control for your specific market

You'll be great for this role if…

• Fluency in English (written and spoken) is a given, along with proficiency in a second language relevant to the market
• Experience in a KYC, compliance, or customer support role is a plus, though not essential
• Comfortable working with databases and digital tools, with solid general computer literacy
• Ability to stay organised and meet daily targets in a structured, process-driven environment
• Enthusiasm for learning new systems and processes, with a willingness to ask questions and grow

Why you should join SumUp:

• Opportunity to work with SumUppers globally on large-scale fintech products used by millions of businesses worldwide, from our modern Sofia 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
• A dedicated annual L&D budget of €2000 and 10 paid days of educational leave which can be used to attend conferences and/or advance your career through further education
• Generous time off: 25 days of paid leave, plus one extra day per year of service (up to 35), along with public holidays and special leave options
• Peace of mind: additional health insurance and life insurance
• Stay active: on-site yoga and a co-sponsored Multisport card offering access to hundreds of sports facilities
• Meal support: benefit from a tax-free food voucher program plus flexibility via our Re:Benefits platform
• Easy commute: free shuttle buses connecting directly to Joliot-Curie metro station
• Break4me: 1-month sabbatical after 3 years of service
• Referral Bonus: earn additional rewards by referring talented individuals to join the SumUp team

This role is office based in Sofia, Bulgaria.

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.