Business Analyst – Publications, Approvals & Patent ...

Business Analyst – Publications, Approvals & Patent Applications

Initial 6 month freelance contract + possible extension after

Leuven, Belgium (3 days onsite per week)

1st June start

40 hours/week

The assignment

• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather, analyse, and document business requirements related to publication processes, approval workflows, and patent application systems
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban), including user story writing, backlog management, acceptance criteria definition, and DoD/DoR practices
• Translate business needs into clear functional specifications, user stories, and acceptance criteria. Brief and translate to key development partners for build
• Facilitate workshops, meetings, and stakeholder discussions to align on requirements and priorities
• Work closely with technical teams to ensure accurate implementation of solutions
• Support project management activities including planning, tracking progress, and managing risks and dependencies
• Design and execute test plans, coordinate UAT (User Acceptance Testing), and ensure solutions meet business requirements
• Analyze and manage data related to publications and patent applications, ensuring data integrity and usability
• Identify process improvement opportunities and recommend scalable solutions
• Maintain documentation including process flows, system diagrams, and requirement specifications

Required knowledge and skills

• Proven experience as a Business Analyst, preferably in environments involving publications, approvals, or intellectual property/patent processes
• Strong understanding of business analysis methodologies and tools (e.g., user stories, process mapping, requirement documentation)
• Solid technical acumen with the ability to communicate effectively with development teams
• Experience with project management principles and tools (Agile/Scrum experience is a plus)
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with workflow automation tools or document management systems
• Knowledge of data visualization or reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
• Certification in Business Analysis (e.g., CBAP) or Agile methodologies

Key Competencies:

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Organizational and project management abilities
• Adaptability and continuous improvement mindset
• Attention to detail and quality focus