Junior Data Analyst

Centum Recruitment International Limited; Brussel Hoofdstad; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Centum Recruitment International Limited is seeking a Junior Data Analyst to join the factoring business and support projects across data quality, credit insurance, risk management, and regulatory initiatives.

This role is ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals looking to build a career at the intersection of data analytics, risk, and financial regulation. You will gain exposure to meaningful projects and a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in economics, mathematics, statistics, data analytics, or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Basic SQL knowledge and experience with data.
• Fluent in Dutch and English; French is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and interpret data to identify trends, issues, and opportunities.
• Transform raw data into actionable insights via reporting and visualization.
• Perform data quality controls and support data governance improvements.
• Write SQL queries to support business and regulatory needs.
• Document business processes, data controls, and requirements.
• Support projects related to risk management, credit insurance, and regulatory compliance.
• Contribute to regulatory recommendations implementation and remediation.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to improve processes and reporting capabilities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Data interpretation

SQL basics

Documentation

Education

Master's in quantitative field

Tools

SAS

Job description

Are you passionate about turning data into meaningful insights? Do you enjoy solving problems, improving processes, and working in a regulated financial environment?

We're looking for a Junior Data Analyst to join our factoring business and play a key role in supporting strategic projects across data quality, credit insurance, risk management, and regulatory initiatives.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional looking to build a career at the intersection of data analytics, risk, and financial regulation.

What You'll Be Doing

• Analyse and interpret data to identify trends, issues, and opportunities
• Transform raw data into actionable insights through reporting, visualisation, and ad hoc analyses
• Perform data quality controls and help drive continuous improvement in data governance
• Execute and write SQL queries to support business and regulatory needs
• Document business processes, data controls, and business requirements
• Support projects related to risk management, credit insurance, and regulatory compliance
• Contribute to the implementation and remediation of regulatory recommendations
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to improve processes and reporting capabilities

What We're Looking For

Master's degree in a quantitative field such as:

• Economics
• Mathematics
• Statistics
• Data Analytics
• Or a related discipline

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Basic SQL knowledge and experience working with data

Ability to document processes and requirements clearly and accurately

Fluent in Dutch and English French is a strong advantage

Nice to Have

Knowledge of Basel IV and CRR regulatory frameworks

Experience with SAS or other analytical tools

Understanding of risk management or financial services

This role will give you the opportunity to

• Work on meaningful projects with real business impact
• Gain exposure to risk, regulation, and data analytics in a financial services environment
• Learn from experienced professionals in a supportive team
• Develop highly sought-after skills in data, governance, and regulatory compliance
• Grow your career in a dynamic and evolving sector