(Senior) People Development Partner

(Senior) People Development Partner

People Development 
📍Berlin - on-site

Team description

SumUp University is how we build a culture of continuous learning across the business, running leadership programmes, workshops, and development initiatives for SumUppers in every market except Brazil. As part of a small, Berlin based team, you'll take ownership of flagship learning programmes and step in as a trusted facilitator, helping leaders and teams build the skills they need to do their best work. With demand for learning and development growing fast across SumUp, you'll have real scope to shape how programmes are delivered, grow your own facilitation craft, and work directly with teams in Berlin and beyond.

What you'll do

• Plan and deliver SumUp University programmes end to end, covering scheduling, logistics, and communication with participants and stakeholders
• Facilitate training sessions independently, including leadership modules, and take ownership of core programme content
• Design and deliver tailored workshops for teams at onsites and offsites, based on each team's specific needs
• Create and refresh training materials, adapting content for different audiences and office locations
• Support related learning initiatives such as hackathons, internships, and coaching programmes
• Build strong relationships with leaders and teams across SumUp to understand learning needs and improve existing content

What we’re looking for…

• Experience designing and facilitating training sessions or workshops for diverse audiences, ideally including leadership development.
• Strong programme and project management skills, with the ability to manage timelines, logistics, and stakeholders across several initiatives at once.
• Ability to adapt content and facilitation style for different teams, formats, and in person settings, including onsites and offsites.
• Comfort working independently while building trusted relationships with leaders, teams, and external partners.
• A genuine interest in people development, with the confidence to take ownership of sessions and drive them forward.

Why you should join SumUp

• 🌎 Opportunity to work with SumUppers globally on large-scale fintech products used by millions of businesses worldwide, from our Berlin 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
• 💶 A corporate pension scheme where we match up to 20% of your contributions
• 🏖 Generous time off: enjoy 28 days of paid leave plus public holidays and special leave days
• 🎁 Numerous other benefits such as Urban Sports Club subsidy, Kita placement assistance, subsidised office lunches
• 🌴 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 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.