Didier works as a Strategic Analyst at Elia
Elia is a leading player on the Belgian energy market, with the energy transition, sustainability and innovation forming a key part of its business strategy. It is vital that management keeps a finger on the pulse of what is happening in the world and translates this into strategic action. This is a job tailor-made for Strategic Analyst Didier.
In his element
“As a Strategic Analyst at Elia I’m completely in my element. Being able to help shape the future of our industry within a top player in the energy sector is fantastic. Every day I’m immersed in the trends, technological developments and policy measures that affect our sector. Together with my colleagues, I process and translate this complex information into strategic recommendations for management.”
Switch to sustainable energy
“Even as a student, I was very interested in the issue of energy, including the transition from fossil to renewable energy sources. In my current job, I help make sure Elia remains a key player in the switch to sustainable energy for both businesses and private individuals. As a Strategic Analyst, I’m surrounded by friendly and professional colleagues who share this mission and are also committed to innovation and progress in the energy sector.”
Helicopter view
“In my role, you always have to look ahead and understand broader trends in the energy industry. Taking a ‘helicopter view’ is definitely one of my strong points. It helps me to make connections between different aspects of my job and to take strategic decisions that enable Elia’s management to tackle future challenges.”
Holistic team vision
“I also see my analytical skills and willingness to share knowledge with others as strengths. I enjoy processing complex information, turning it into advice that people can understand, and then sharing this information with other colleagues. This makes our team super-strong and takes our collective knowledge of the sector to a higher level, partly thanks to a holistic approach. That interaction is very important, which is why I prefer to be in the office rather than working from home. That way I keep fully in touch with what’s happening in the work environment.”
Lifelong learning
According to Didier, an open mind, a desire to be challenged and the ability to argue your case convincingly are what make the job of Strategic Analyst at Elia especially interesting. “The energy industry is constantly changing and new data and reports are coming our way all the time. To stay relevant and make strategic decisions, I need to continually keep abreast of technical developments in the energy sector. I do this by attending conferences, completing relevant training and reading specialist literature. I believe strongly in lifelong learning, and that’s something which a top employer like Elia fully encourages.”