
Sumup · Milan
HEAD OF SDR, EUROPE EU GTM | Milan, Italy Salary Range: €88,160 to €117,547 base salary + commissions ABOUT THE TEAM SumUp's field sales engine is growing ...
EU GTM | Milan, Italy
Salary Range: €88,160 to €117,547 base salary + commissions
SumUp's field sales engine is growing fast across Europe, and the SDR function is at the heart of that growth. Our Sales
Development Representatives generate qualified pipelines for high-performing field reps across the UK, France, Germany, and Italy
— and we're now building the leadership infrastructure to take this to the next level. This is a rare opportunity to build and
lead a European SDR organisation from the ground up: setting the strategy, writing the playbook, and scaling a team that will
directly shape how SumUp wins new business at scale. You'll report into senior European Sales leadership and work closely with the
Outbound Growth Lead and RevOps to build something that's already proving its value — and needs the right leader to realise its
full potential.
supporting the UK, Italy, Germany, France, and new markets expansion
— so teams can perform consistently and at a high level
updates to senior stakeholders
and integrate AI-driven tools to improve SDR productivity
multiple markets
performance frameworks
with confidence
presenting to senior leadership
🌎 Opportunity to work with a truly global, multicultural team from our inspiring Milan location. 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 22 days of annual paid leave, 32 hours of Ex Festivita (Personal Hours), plus public holidays and
special leave days
💼 Financial security: corporate pension contributions that support your long-term future
❤️ Well-being support: access our mental health Employee Assistance Programme for guidance and care when you need it
🌴 Break4me: 1-month sabbatical after 3 years of service
🔗 Referral Bonus: earn additional rewards by referring talented individuals to join the SumUp team
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.
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