Corporate Governance Officer (Hiring Immediately)

Corporate Governance Officer

London | Full-time | Office-first

About the team

SumUp's Corporate Governance Office is a focused team responsible for maintaining and improving the governance framework across SumUp's global legal entity structure. As SumUp continues to scale, the demands on this team have grown significantly - and this role sits right at the heart of that work. You'll be joining at a pivotal moment, taking real ownership of key governance processes from early on and helping to shape how the team operates as the company evolves.

What you'll do

• Maintain and improve corporate governance policies and procedures in line with regulatory requirements and best practice
• Identify and implement automation solutions for existing manual governance processes, improving efficiency and scalability
• Ensure completeness of entity statutory records and registers across SumUp’s global entity structure
• Manage corporate resolutions and approvals at board and shareholder level, ensuring accuracy and timely execution
• Handle corporate filings and compliance obligations, including annual accounts, confirmation statements, and corporate changes across multiple jurisdictions
• Plan, coordinate, and minute an annual schedule of board meetings globally, including agenda setting, papers, attendance, and follow-up tracking

What we’re looking for

• Experience managing corporate governance or company secretarial processes, ideally across multiple jurisdictions
• Strong knowledge of corporate compliance obligations, including filings, resolutions, and board-level governance
• Ability to work independently in a decentralised environment, coordinating across teams without direct authority
• Comfort working with governance software solutions and an interest in identifying opportunities for process automation
• A highly organised, detail-oriented approach with strong communication skills and the ability to build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders

Why you should join SumUp

• Opportunity to work with a truly global, multicultural team from our central Covent Garden location, wrapped in historic charm and modern flair. 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
• Generous time off: enjoy 28 days of paid leave, plus bank holidays and special leaves
• A dedicated annual L&D budget for attending conferences and/or advancing your career through further education
• Health matters: private health insurance, including optical and dental
• Life made easier: salary-sacrifice commuter benefits via Gogeta
• Financial security: retirement scheme (SumUp matches 7% when you contribute 5%)
• Peace of mind: life insurance from MetLife for 2× your salary
• 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 .

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