Functional Analyst - HR Tech Solutions
East Flanders
Digital - Analysis
Work experience: 5-7
Reference number: 92611

Are you a strategic thinker who lives at the intersection of business logic and software innovation? We are looking for a Senior Functional Analyst to join a dynamic team of 20+ specialists in Ghent.

This isn't just about documenting requirements; it’s about being the architect of solutions. You will be the vital link between high-level business demands and technical delivery, ensuring that the tools we build create immediate, tangible value for both our clients and the organization.

How You’ll Make an Impact

  • Translate Vision into Reality: Partner with Domain Architects and Product Owners to transform complex business processes into clear, functional components.
  • Master the Backlog: Use techniques like User Story Mapping to break down large features into actionable stories, providing structure and a clear roadmap for development.
  • Stay Ahead of the Curve: Work one sprint ahead of the development teams, ensuring they have a refined, detailed, and "ready-to-build" pipeline of work.
  • Collaborate & Validate: Work within an agile ecosystem alongside UX designers, software engineers, and Scrum Masters. Once a feature is built, you’ll lead the validation process through testing to ensure it meets your high standards.
  • Drive Pragmatic Innovation: Balance your eye for detail with a practical mindset—avoiding "analysis paralysis" to deliver innovative solutions that actually work in the real world.

What are we looking for?

  • The Analyst’s Toolkit: You are an expert in identifying and documenting structures using BPMN, UML, and Domain Modeling.
  • Agile DNA: You have a deep-seated understanding of Agile values and principles, with hands-on experience in Jira and Scrum environments.
  • Critical Thinking: You aren't afraid to challenge the status quo. You proactively ask "why" to ensure every requested feature adds genuine value.
  • Professional Maturity: You can organize your work independently while maintaining a proactive, "hands-on" team-player attitude.
  • Linguistic Versatility: You are fluent in Dutch and English. Proficiency in French is a significant plus.

Why This Role?

This is a long-term engagement (through 2026) that offers the stability of a major project with the fast-paced energy of an agile environment. You will be part of a large, supportive analysis community while working in small, focused project teams where your individual impact is visible and celebrated.

What do we offer?

  • Enjoy a competitive salary package with extra perks that recognize your talent.
  • Advance your career with a clear growth path, coaching, and mentoring to support you.
  • Thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment where you can truly make an impact.
  • Work when and where you perform best, ensuring an optimal work-life balance.
  • Choose a flexible transport solution, from a company car to a public transport subscription.
  • Expand your network and enjoy unforgettable moments at exclusive events and afterworks.
  • Grow your skills with external courses and our in-house Pauwels Academy.
  • Work on exciting projects with industry leaders in Life Sciences, Engineering & Digital.
  • Seize opportunities at every level, from a strong start to career acceleration and expert collaboration.

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