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Senior DATA Analyst H/F
🚀 Senior Data Analyst & Initiative Owner: Drive Strategic Data Projects in Brussels
Smile is the European leader in open-source services and digital transformation. We empower major market players to navigate complex data landscapes through high-performance solutions and responsible technology.
We are currently looking for a Senior Data Analyst - Initiative Owner to join our Brussels team. You will be a key player within the Data Hub of a leading international financial institution, driving high-impact data projects from initial conception to final delivery.
🎯 The Mission: Initiative Ownership
As a Senior Data Analyst acting as an Initiative Owner, you won't just analyze data-you will lead the vision. You will bridge the gap between complex business requirements and technical execution, ensuring that data solutions deliver real strategic value.
Your Responsibilities:
- End-to-End Analysis: Lead the full lifecycle of business analysis, including business case development, requirements co-creation, and continuous solution optimization.
- Data Mapping & Quality: Analyze existing data flows and user roles to define target solutions and proactively identify data quality issues.
- Strategic Liaison: Act as the primary bridge between business stakeholders, Product Owners, Architects, and technical squads.
- Testing & Validation: Translate business needs into rigorous test conditions for performance and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
- Design & Change Management: Support data architecture design, review prototypes, and facilitate smooth delivery through the creation of impactful reports and dashboards.
🛠️ Your Profile
Experience & Technical Mastery:
- Experience: At least 4 years of relevant experience in Data Analysis or Business Analysis, with proven project management skills.
- Data Expertise: Strong understanding of Big Data, Business Intelligence (BI), and conceptual modeling techniques.
- Agile Mindset: Proficient in Agile methodologies (backlog management, sprint planning, and the MVP mindset).
- Tools: High proficiency in MS Office; knowledge of IT testing and requirement management tools.
- Bonus: A background in banking or insurance activities and workflow processes is a significant plus.
Soft Skills:
- The "Self-Starter": You are proactive, entrepreneurial, and driven by change.
- Synthesizer: You have strong analytical skills and the ability to negotiate with and persuade diverse stakeholders.
- Organized: Goal-oriented and capable of managing multiple priorities in a structured manner.
Language Requirements:
- Trilingualism is Essential: Strong communication skills in English, French, and Dutch (written and spoken) to navigate the Brussels-based international context.
🌟 Why Join Smile?
- Strategic Impact: Lead critical data initiatives within a prestigious European financial institution.
- Hybrid Flexibility: 50% on-site in Brussels / 50% remote.
- Long-term Vision: Initial mission until December 2026 with strong possibilities for extension.
- Expert Community: Join our monthly knowledge-sharing sessions and benefit from the collective wisdom of the Smile expert network.
📋 Efficient Recruitment Process
- Introductory Interview with our recruitment team.
- Technical Deep-Dive with our data experts.
- Final Validation interview for project alignment.
About the Company
Smile is the European leader in open-source services and digital transformation. We empower major market players to navigate complex data landscapes through high-performance solutions and responsible technology.
Location: Woluwe-Saint-Pierre, Belgium
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Work Location Type: Hybrid
Contact: Sofia DANHIEZ, Talent Acquisition Specialist – Smile