People Operations & Payroll (Working Student)

Overview

SumUp offers a Working Student position focused on People Operations and Payroll, based in Paris, France. The role supports recurring operational tasks for employee lifecycle administration, field sales hiring, and payroll coordination in Southern Europe. The position serves as an entry point into human resources and payroll operations within a fast-moving environment.

Who can apply

Applicants should be currently studying or recently graduated in human resources, business administration, economics, or a related field. Candidates must be fluent in French and English with clear written and verbal communication skills. Helpful background includes previous experience or studies in human resources, payroll administration, or people operations, an interest in payroll processes, human resources systems, or process improvement, and familiarity with artificial intelligence tools such as ChatGPT.

Requirements

The role requires strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy when handling sensitive employee and payroll data. Candidates must possess basic skills in Excel or Google Sheets, confidence working with structured data, and the ability to manage confidential information with discretion and good judgement. Applicants should be organised, reliable, capable of managing recurring tasks to meet regular deadlines, and quick to learn new tools and systems. A service-oriented attitude and team player approach are also necessary.

What you get

Working student team members have the opportunity to work with a multicultural team and participate in a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. Participants receive access to an Employee Assistance Programme providing mental health guidance and support.