Strategic & Performance Analyst - Financial Services

Michael Page; Brussel; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page sucht einen Strategic Change Analyst in Brussel für die strategische Roadmap, Berichterstattung und Transformationen im Finanzdienstleistungssektor.

Sie arbeiten eng mit Finanzen zusammen, erstellen Executive-Storytelling und liefern datenbasierte Empfehlungen zur Leistungsverbesserung und Budgetüberwachung.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Insurance or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in strategy, consulting, business analysis, project management, transformation or change management.
• Strong understanding of the Life Insurance sector, including products, regulations and market dynamics.
• Fluency in French/Dutch and English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Support the definition, structuring and monitoring of the Business Unit strategic roadmap
• Translate strategic priorities into communication materials, executive presentations and impactful storytelling
• Prepare presentations, reports and strategic updates for senior management and executive committees
• Conduct business and strategic analyses to support decision-making and identify growth opportunities
• Perform ad hoc studies related to profitability, operational efficiency, organizational effectiveness and innovation
• Develop recommendations and action plans based on data-driven insights
• Contribute to the optimization and simplification of internal processes across the business unit
• Coordinate and monitor strategic initiatives, transformation projects and change management activities
• Support the annual budgeting process and oversee the monitoring of business unit operating expenses
• Prepare financial analyses, budget forecasts and management reporting
• Collaborate closely with Finance teams on cost allocation, financial planning and performance monitoring
• Act as a key liaison between business stakeholders and Finance to ensure alignment on financial objectives and priorities
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within budgeting, reporting and governance processes

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Executive storytelling

Cross-functional coordination

Process improvement

Languages: French/Dutch/English

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Insurance or related field

Job description

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Strategic & Performance Analyst - Financial Services

Our client is a leading international insurance company with a strong presence in the Belgian market. Through innovation, customer-centricity, and operational excellence, the organization continuously invests in transforming and growing their Business Units.
To support the successful execution of its strategic ambitions, our client is currently looking for a Strategic Change Analyst to join its Brussels-based office.

Strategic & Performance Analyst - Financial Services

• Support the definition, structuring and monitoring of the Business Unit strategic roadmap
• Translate strategic priorities into compelling communication materials, executive presentations and impactful storytelling
• Prepare presentations, reports and strategic updates for senior management and executive committees
• Conduct business and strategic analyses to support decision-making and identify growth opportunities
• Perform ad hoc studies related to profitability, operational efficiency, organizational effectiveness and innovation
• Develop recommendations and action plans based on data-driven insights
• Contribute to the optimization and simplification of internal processes across the business unit
• Coordinate and monitor strategic initiatives, transformation projects and change management activities
• Support the annual budgeting process and oversee the monitoring of business unit operating expenses
• Prepare financial analyses, budget forecasts and management reporting
• Collaborate closely with Finance teams on cost allocation, financial planning and performance monitoring
• Act as a key liaison between business stakeholders and Finance to ensure alignment on financial objectives and priorities
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within budgeting, reporting and governance processes

Profiel

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Insurance or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in strategy, consulting, business analysis, project management, transformation or change management
• Strong understanding of the Life Insurance sector, including products, regulations and market dynamics
• Experience supporting strategic planning, business transformation and roadmap execution
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable recommendations
• Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, financial analysis and management reporting
• Proven ability to create impactful presentations and deliver effective executive-level storytelling
• Experience in process improvement and cross-functional project coordination
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across multiple business functions
• Highly organized, autonomous and capable of challenging assumptions in a constructive manner
• Ability to synthesize complex information and present clear conclusions to management
• Fluency in French/Dutch and English, both written and spoken.

Aanbod

• High-visibility position with direct exposure to senior leadership and decision-makers
• Key role in shaping and executing strategic initiatives within a major insurance organization
• Broad scope covering strategy, transformation, finance and operational excellence
• Opportunity to contribute to large-scale growth, innovation and digital transformation projects
• Collaborative, dynamic and forward-looking working environment
• Strong opportunities for professional development and long-term career growth
• Competitive salary package complemented by a comprehensive range of fringe benefits
• International environment with a strong focus on continuous improvement and innovation