Business Analyst

Location: Brussels

Start Date: January 1, 2026

End Date: December 31, 2026

Mission Context:

The Business Analyst will be part of the Risk & Credits tribe, which has developed a central datastore for data usage within Risk and Credits. This includes reporting, business intelligence, analytics, machine learning, model validation, and back testing. The database is utilized for risk reporting, credit activity monitoring, regulatory reporting, and model development.

Function Description:

The Business Analyst will work within the Testudo squad, supporting and maintaining the central datastore. Responsibilities include:

• Implementing new functionalities such as near-time data feed, outbound REST/JSON API, and additional data integration.
• Investigating natural language querying.
• Improving current functionalities, particularly complex use cases.
• Collaborating with other analysts to maintain the data model.
• Profiling data to extend/improve the data model and support database users.
• Defining mapping/transformation rules for source data conversion.
• Assisting developers to ensure correct implementation of specifications.
• Testing developments and ensuring implementation in production.

Language Requirements:

• Dutch: Fluent/good in speaking & understanding, basic/good in writing (required at least for either Dutch or French)
• French: Fluent/good in speaking & understanding, basic/good in writing (required at least for either Dutch or French)
• English: Fluent in writing, good in speaking & understanding

Education:

Graduate or college (university) degree preferred. Focus on mathematics in education or professional experience is desirable.

Required Experience/Knowledge:

• At least 6 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in a squad developing a database for complex data usage patterns.
• Proficiency in SQL, functional/technical analysis skills.
• Medium to expert knowledge of MS tools: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access.
• Testing capabilities and preferable programming notions.
• Experience with Oracle or Sybase IQ, Informatica ETL, and Linux.

Business Experience:

• Experience with credits and supporting a development squad in an agile environment.
• Experience in large company/complex business environments.
• 4 to 5 years as a business analyst or in functional analysis.
• Expertise in data analysis, requirements documentation, testing.
• Preferable credit risk knowledge and experience with EU regulation on credit or credit risk.
• Economics and/or mathematics background.

Soft Skills:

• Team player, project-minded.
• Quick self-starter, pro-active attitude.
• Good communication and influencing skills.
• Good analytical and synthesis skills.
• Autonomy, commitment, and perseverance.
• Precision, respect for deadlines, and quality of deliverables.
• Ability to work in a dynamic and multi-cultural environment.

Telework Expectation:

50% on-site, 50% homeworking.