Turning a V.I.E opportunity into a long-term career

A closer look at Bastien’s typical day 

In his day-to-day role, Bastien supports both operational and strategic activities through data analysis and governance. A large part of his work revolves around tracking and analysing key performance indicators for perimeters across Europe, covering project and consultant management, as well as tailored KPI monitoring for each Business Manager. He also contributes to strategic business reviews by turning KPI trends into clear presentations and case studies, helping to support discussions and align priorities with organisational objectives. 

In addition, Bastien oversees the full lifecycle of key governance processes. This includes managing Objective Letters, from drafting financial calculations through to closure, while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and effective collaboration with the Business Manager teams. He is similarly involved in the management of Career Committees, preparing the necessary documentation to support directors in making informed decisions regarding career development within the business teams. By connecting operational data with strategic objectives, Bastien helps provide the insights needed to support decision-making and drive business performance.

A rewarding journey at ALTEN Belgium  

For Bastien, the warm and collaborative culture within the Business Controller & Analyst team “is what makes everyday rewarding”. Working alongside supportive colleagues in a dynamic environment perfectly matched his team-oriented mindset and has made his experience both motivating and fulfilling. 

What he values most about ALTEN Belgium is its supportive culture. “Teamwork isn’t just encouraged, it’s an everyday reality”  

He also highlights the close cooperation between the Consolidation and Business teams, where open communication and a shared commitment to common goals contribute to collective success.  The international dimension of his position as a V.I.E had further enriched his experience, allowing him to broaden his perspective and build connections with colleagues from different backgrounds. 

But beyond the day-to-day responsibilities, Bastien particularly appreciated the social and team-building activities organised at ALTEN Belgium, which bring energy and balance across the company.

Choosing ALTEN as a springboard for your career

Joining ALTEN gave Bastien the opportunity to gain his first experience in Operational Controlling, where he took a wide range of responsibilities related to performance reporting, strategic and statistical analysis as well as the interpretation of key business data. “The V.I.E experience has been a cornerstone of my professional growth so far”, he explains. 

This new experience permitted Bastien to further develop skills in leadership and strategic thinking. Throughout his V.I.E, he could work closely with a variety of stakeholders, building strong relationships while handling important topics related to OL’s and CCs.  

According to Bastien, this experience significantly strengthened his maturity, confidence, and professional expertise. Today, he believes the V.I.E was for him a true career accelerator: