HR Data Analyst (Freelance optional)

📋 Tasks and responsibilities

In this role, you will combine data analysis, reporting and process improvement with a strong focus on finance, HR data and transformation tracking.

Key focus areas

• Define requirements for a central employee database; the role does not include direct work in the source HR system.
• Connect data sources, including SAP, for use in Power BI and related reporting.
• Help move Excel-driven processes toward scalable tools and integrated systems.
• Develop detailed business cases and monitor implementation progress.
• Support risk identification and performance follow-up across financial and operational topics.

Primary tasks & responsibilities

1. Organization Design & Operating Model Development
   • Translate strategy into clear organizational frameworks and structures.
   • Conduct impact assessments covering cost, governance and workforce implications.
   • Work closely with HR, Finance and leadership to support implementation.
2. Data Management, Analytics & Insights
   • Connect and consolidate data from SAP and other sources into Power BI dashboards.
   • Perform in-depth analysis on workforce and financial data.
   • Turn complex figures into clear, actionable insights.
   • Support scenario modeling and transformation tracking.
   • Maintain data consistency, traceability and governance across systems.
3. Systems & Process Transformation
   • Support the move from Excel to integrated systems and tools.
   • Define and implement system requirements aligned with business needs.
   • Build scalable, structured and standardized processes.
   • Ensure tools support reporting, governance and decision-making.
   • Drive simplification and continuous improvement.
4. Reporting, Governance & Business Case Development
   • Create and maintain Power BI dashboards and KPIs.
   • Prepare and present detailed business cases.
   • Track transformation initiatives, from diagnostic phase to implementation progress.
   • Support compliance and governance frameworks.
   • Identify and assess financial and operational risks.
5. Stakeholder Collaboration & Change Enablement
   • Collaborate with HR business partners, Finance, IT and business leaders.
   • Provide analyses and recommendations to support decision-making.
   • Help users adopt new systems and processes.
   • Contribute with a strong analytical and consultative approach.

Technical Profile Requirements

• Strong analytical profile; Excel and Power BI are required.
• Experience with data integration, for example from SAP.
• Experience with HR systems and workforce data.
• Experience in transformation projects is a strong plus, especially diagnostic work and implementation tracking.
• Ability to work with complex datasets and translate them into structured insights.
• Strong systems knowledge and the ability to define tools and requirements.

Non-Technical Profile Requirements

• Hands-on, structured and delivery-focused mindset.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to dive into detailed data while keeping a broader business view.
• Strong business acumen with financial awareness.
• Ability to identify risks and turn them into concrete actions.
• Proactive mindset that questions and improves existing processes.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

Methodology / Certification Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Finance, or equivalent experience.
• Strong experience in data analysis.

Language Requirements

• English: excellent and mandatory.
• Dutch: a plus.

Location & Working Model

• Location: Brussels.
• Hybrid working model; schedule to be discussed with the hiring manager.
• Expected onsite presence: 2 to 3 days per week.

Practical information

• Start date: ASAP.

💼 Offer

You will be part of a growing Belgian SME where initiative and personal development are encouraged. We will provide you with an enjoyable work environment with fun colleagues. We will work out a career plan with you, with attention and a budget for extra education/certification. You can count on an attractive salary, supplemented with extra-legal benefits, including a company car.
(Freelance is also possible)