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Sumup

OUTBOUND SALES TEAM LEAD – BARCELONA Location: Barcelona, Spain | Team: EU GTM – Sales ES | Type: Full-time, Office-first TEAM DESCRIPTION Our New Markets Sales team is responsible for launching and scaling SumUp's commercial presence in new territories across Europe — and Switzerland is our next big focus. This role sits at the heart of that expansion: you'll be based in our Barcelona office, leading a team of outbound Sales Representatives who sell remotely into the Swiss market across all language regions. It's a genuine build opportunity — you'll help shape the team from the ground up, define how we go to market in Switzerland, and set the standard for how we sell, coach, and grow in a brand new territory. 👉 Take a look inside our Barcelona office WHAT YOU'LL DO * Lead and coach a growing team of outbound Sales Representatives selling remotely into the Swiss market, running weekly pipeline reviews, one-to-ones, and performance conversations * Refine the outbound sales strategy for Switzerland — including sequencing, messaging for our ideal customer profile, account sourcing, and territory mapping across CH language regions * Support direct reports in client and prospect meetings, helping them close deals and develop their commercial skills * Use sales data and metrics to track individual and team performance, and report results clearly to senior leadership * Play an active role in hiring and onboarding new Sales Representatives as the team scales through 2026 * Use AI-assisted sales tools to support the team's outbound workflows and improve execution efficiency WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR * At least one year of people management experience, with the ability to coach, motivate, and hold a sales team accountable to clear targets * Solid background in a closing sales role as an individual contributor, with a track record of consistently hitting or exceeding targets * Strong understanding of outbound sales processes, including sequencing, prospecting, and pipeline management * Fluency in German and English is essential; French and/or Italian is a strong plus given the multilingual nature of the Swiss market * Comfort working with outbound sales tools such as Gong, Lusha, Sales Navigator, Outreach, or Pipedrive Nice to have: * Experience in the payments or fintech industry * Familiarity with the Swiss market or experience selling into multilingual territories WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN SUMUP 🌎 Opportunity to work with SumUppers globally on large-scale fintech products used by millions of businesses worldwide, from our Barcelona 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 🚀 Enrolment onto our Virtual Stock Option programme: you will own a stake in SumUp's future success 📚 A dedicated annual L&D budget of €2000 for your individual development, which can be used to attend conferences and/or advance your career through further education 🏖 Generous time off: enjoy 23 days of paid leave plus public holidays and special leave days 🥗 Subsidised restaurant tickets (Edenred) and office breakfast on Mondays 🌴 Break4me: 1-month sabbatical after 3 years of service 🔗 Referral Bonus: earn additional rewards by referring talented individuals to join the SumUp team 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.

Sumup

ABOUT THE TEAM SumUp's outbound sales engine is growing fast, and the French market is one of our biggest opportunities. Based in our Barcelona office, our SDR team is the frontline of that growth — generating pipeline, opening doors, and building the outbound motion that fuels Field Sales across France and beyond. This role sits at the heart of that expansion: you'll lead a growing team of French-speaking SDRs, shape how we sell into the French SMB market, and help write the playbook that scales to new markets over time. If you're energised by building something from the ground up and want real ownership over a team and a market, this is the role for you. 🎬 Take a look at our Barcelona office ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- WHAT YOU'LL DO * Lead daily team rituals — pipeline reviews, coaching sessions, and stand-ups — keeping the team focused, motivated, and hitting targets * Coach SDRs on cold calling, outbound sequencing, and objection handling, modelling best practice alongside them in the field * Define territory and target account lists in collaboration with the Head of SDRs and Field Sales leadership * Support the hiring and onboarding of new French-speaking SDRs as the team scales through 2026 * Build and document the French outbound playbook, creating a repeatable model that can expand into Belgium and beyond * Evaluate and embed AI-assisted prospecting tools into the team's workflow as they're rolled out ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- YOU'LL BE GREAT FOR THIS ROLE IF… * Proven track record in outbound sales, with strong command of cold calling, sequencing, and pipeline management. * Experience leading or coaching an SDR team, whether inherited or built from scratch, with a clear coaching mindset and a focus on raising the bar through direct feedback. * Fluency in French (native or near-native) and strong communication skills in English. * Comfort building outbound processes in a new or ambiguous environment, with the ability to operate autonomously and make decisions without constant oversight. * Familiarity with SMB sales, ideally in fintech, payments, or a similarly competitive market. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN SUMUP * 🌎 Opportunity to work with SumUppers globally on large-scale fintech products used by millions of businesses worldwide, from our Barcelona 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 * 🚀 Enrolment onto our Virtual Stock Option programme: you will own a stake in SumUp's future success * 📚 A dedicated annual L&D budget of €2000 for your individual development, which can be used to attend conferences and/or advance your career through further education * 🏖 Generous time off: enjoy 23 days of paid leave plus public holidays and special leave days * 🥗 Subsidised restaurant tickets (Edenred) and office breakfast on Mondays * 🌴 Break4me: 1-month sabbatical after 3 years of service * 🔗 Referral Bonus: earn additional rewards by referring talented individuals to join the SumUp team ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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.

Proton

JOIN PROTON AND BUILD A BETTER INTERNET WHERE PRIVACY IS THE DEFAULT Proton was founded in 2014 by scientists from CERN on a simple truth: privacy is a fundamental human right. Since then, we’ve built the world’s largest encrypted email service (Proton Mail) and expanded into Proton VPN, Proton Drive, Proton Pass, and Proton Calendar—tools used by millions globally to protect their freedom, fight censorship, and keep their data safe. In some situations, Proton has literally helped save lives! We are profitable, independent (no VC control), and selectively hire from the top ~1% of applicants. Our 500+ team members across 50+ countries come from leading organizations and elite academic backgrounds. We move fast, keep hierarchy light, and prioritize impact over optics. If you want to do meaningful work with exceptionally high-caliber people, this is it. Join us and do work you can truly be proud of. Check our open-source projects here! About the role We are looking for a driven, fully fluent German and/or French speaking Inbound Sales Development Representative to join our Proton for Business team. In this role, you won’t just be processing leads; you’ll be the first point of contact for organizations ready to secure their digital infrastructure. You will manage high-volume inbound traffic, qualify high potential opportunities using the SPICED framework to generate new business for our Account Executives, and also take on a full sales cycle role, directly closing smaller, high-velocity business within our Prosumer/Small Office segment. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love mastering complex tech stacks, and want to play a key role in driving growth for products you genuinely believe in, we want to hear from you. Key responsibilities 1. Own the Inbound Pipeline: Manage and respond to all inbound requests submitted via Proton’s contact sales forms across our entire product suite. 2. Strategic Prioritization: Utilize our lead scoring system to categorize leads by intent (High, Medium, Low) and ensure strict adherence to our first response time SLAs. 3. Qualify & Convert: Conduct qualification discussions using the SPICED framework (Situation, Problem, Impact, Critical Event, Decision) to identify genuine business opportunities for Account Executives. 4. Close Deals: Independently close transactions for smaller requirements, turning high-volume inquiries into immediate revenue. 5. Metrics & Continuous Improvement – Own daily/weekly activity KPIs (call and email tasks, touches, meetings booked) and funnel metrics ( first response time, conversion rates, meeting‑to‑pipeline ratio). Use CRM dashboards to surface insights and iterate outreach scripts. 6. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Product Business Units, Marketing, and Customer Success to ensure seamless handoffs and gather market feedback. 7. Cultural Ambassadorship – Model a high‑energy, resilient mindset; mentor newer BDRs on phone etiquette, objection handling, process flows and tool mastery. Your profile * Sales Driven: You have a proven track record in inbound sales or business development, preferably in SaaS or cybersecurity. * Process Oriented: You understand the importance of SLAs and can manage time effectively to meet aggressive response targets without sacrificing quality. * Qualified Communicator: You are business-fluent in English. Native level fluency in German and/or French is a must given our European roots and market. * Tech Savvy: You are comfortable navigating CRMs (HubSpot experience is essential) and modern sales intelligence tools. * Mission Aligned: You care about digital rights and privacy, making it easy to authentically advocate for Proton’s value proposition. * Resilient & Adaptable: You can handle high volumes of inbound traffic while maintaining a personalized, consultative approach. Technical & Tool Fluency * Proficient with modern outreach stacks: Clay, Instantly, Gong, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, multichannel sequencing platforms, and a CRM (Salesforce, HubSpot, etc.). * Comfortable working with simple reporting dashboards to track activity, conversion and forecast meeting volume. Personal Attributes * High‑energy & competitive – thrives on quota‑driven environments and loves beating targets. * Resilient & tenacious – sees rejection as the data that will help us develop an expert understanding of where we win the most. * Customer‑centric – quickly uncovers prospect pain points and frames the conversation around value. * Tech‑savvy – embraces automation to eliminate manual grunt work and focus on high‑impact activities. * Growth-Oriented – ready to take the next step in your sales career by not only qualifying deals, but closing them as well. Bonus * Experience selling security‑oriented SaaS or privacy‑focused products across various business segments. Key competencies Hard Skills * Deal Qualification Mastery – Expert at effectively qualifying strong business opportunities based on product fit & ability to solve customer challenges Outreach Excellence – Confident phone presence, written communication skills, and objection navigation. * Tool Mastery – Strong familiarity with Clay, Instantly, Gong, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, and CRM reporting. * Data‑Driven Optimization – Ability to analyse response SLAs & conversion metrics and iterate tactics rapidly. Soft Skills * Disciplined & Motivated – Self‑starter who can build their day around effective prioritization for lead qualifying, follow-up, and deal closure. * Coaching Mindset – Willing to share best practices and uplift newer teammates. * Feedback‑Oriented – Actively seeks input from peers and managers to improve performance. * Adaptable – Quickly pivots to new verticals, market shifts, or product updates. * Collaborative – Works fluidly with Marketing, Product and Sales Ops to align on what good looks like for new business growth.. What we offer * Work that Matters: millions of people trust Proton with their privacy. We answer only to our users — not advertisers, not investors with conflicting agendas, not governments. The work you do here is real, and the impact is measurable. (read more about our impact here) * Stock Options: at Proton, we all have the opportunity to be owners of the company. From day one, you have a real stake in what we're building. When Proton wins, you win. * Technology: you'll get the right hardware and the right software you need to do your best work. * Learning & Development: we invest in your growth because sharp people make us better. Proton is one of the fastest ways to accelerate your career because you'll be thrown into real challenges, with real ownership, from day one. * Employee Benefits: your wellbeing isn't an afterthought. We offer strong health coverage, solid retirement options, generous leave, and wellness support so you can bring your best self to work every day * In-Person Collaboration: Amazing things happen when passionate, smart, and purposeful people get together in the same room. With offices across Geneva, Zürich, Barcelona, London and more, you'll spend most of your time collaborating face-to-face with people who genuinely care about what they're building * Food: Lunch and snacks are on us every day in our offices so you can focus on the work and not on what's for lunch. * Transport: getting to the office shouldn't cost you. We cover public transport, bike allowances, or parking, whichever works for you. * Flexible Working: you own your schedule. Set hours that work for you and your team — because outcomes matter more than when the clock says you started. Check our social media to learn more about Proton:  LinkedIn ,Reddit ,X, YouTube Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At Proton, we believe diversity drives innovation and strengthens our mission to provide privacy as a default for all. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical ability, or socio-economic background, feel valued and empowered. We strive to create equal opportunities, promote open dialogue, and support continuous learning to ensure every voice is heard and respected. If you need any extra support or reasonable adjustments during the hiring process, please let your talent partner know. Candidate Privacy Notice When you apply for a position, refer a candidate, or are considered for a role at Proton Technologies AG (Proton, we, us, or our), your information is stored in Greenhouse, in accordance with their Service Privacy Policy. This information is used to evaluate your suitability for the posted position. We also retain this information for consideration for future roles that you may apply for or that we believe may align with your background and skills. If we no longer have a legitimate business need to process your information, we will either delete or anonymize it. Should you have any inquiries about how we use or manage your information, or if you wish to access, correct, or delete your data, please contact our privacy team at careers@proton.ch. Proton does not accept unsolicited resumes from any sources other than directly from candidates. We will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from an unsolicited offer, even if the candidate is subsequently hired by Proton. To learn more about our privacy policy, please visit our privacy policy page. #LinkedIn-Onsite Compensation range Barcelona: 28,000.00 - 44,000.00 EUR gross annually*+ variable commission. Total on-target earnings (OTE): 33,600.00 - 52,800.00 EUR *Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, skills, and previous experience