Job Description

🚀 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

1. Introductory Interview with our recruitment team.
2. Technical Deep-Dive with our data experts.
3. Final Validation interview for project alignment.