Strategy Insights

ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it, we transform ideas into impact by bringing together data, science, technology and human ingenuity to deliver better outcomes for all. Here you’ll work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life-changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers, worldwide. ZSers drive impact by bringing a client-first mentality to each and every engagement. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business. Bring your curiosity for learning, bold ideas, courage and passion to drive life-changing impact to ZS. Strategy Insights and Planning Associate Consultant - AI Practice Area ZS's Strategy Insights and Planning teams partner with clients to design and deliver solutions to help them tackle a broad range of business challenges. Our teams work on multiple projects simultaneously, leveraging advanced data analytics and problem-solving techniques. Our recommendations and solutions are based on rigorous research and analysis underpinned by deep expertise and thought leadership. What you’ll do Leverage problem solving skills and frameworks to develop solutions to our clients business problems Assist in structuring and conducting market research and/or desk research to derive insights and contribute to client decision making Design custom analyses using tools like Excel, Access, Confirmit and ZS's proprietary software Synthesize and communicate results to clients and ZS teams through oral and written presentations Develop and implement AI and digital strategies to drive business outcomes Articulate business cases, supported by financial and operational modeling, to guide AI investment decisions Design AI programs with a focus on value, governance, and responsible AI across the innovation lifecycle Contribute to the design of digital organizations and ways of working Guide the development, deployment, and adoption of AI solutions to drive significant business opportunities for clients Collaborate effectively with data scientists and tech teams, ensuring seamless communication and integration Develop client relationships and serve as key point of contact on certain aspects of projects Actively support management of the program plan and conduct regular status updates with the client to ensure risk and issue mitigation. Assist in driving the project forward to ensure project goals and deadlines are met Advance problem-solving skills and improve ZS's capabilities Mentor and support development of Associates on your projects and teams What you’ll bring PhD or Masters with bachelor’s degree in a field with quantitative or clinical research coursework such as business, economics, marketing, psychology, life sciences, social sciences etc. In lieu of a PhD, 2-5 years of relevant post-study professional experience will be considered.  Healthcare or functional domain expertise or exposure is preferred Interest and success in working at the intersection of AI and strategy, with a proven ability to integrate these areas effectively. Enthusiastic and curious adopter of AI in both personal and professional settings, showcasing a passion for emerging technologies. High motivation, good work ethic, maturity and personal initiative Strong oral and written communication skills Empathy, adaptability and high personal impact Strong attention to detail, with a quality-focused mindset Self-discipline for planning and organizing tasks Aptitude for, and enjoyment of, team leadership Perks & Benefits: ZS offers a comprehensive total rewards package including health and well-being, financial planning, annual leave, personal growth and professional development. Our robust skills development programs, multiple career progression options and internal mobility paths and collaborative culture empowers you to thrive as an individual and global team member. We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working. A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on-site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections. Travel: Travel is a requirement at ZS for client facing ZSers; business needs of your project and client are the priority. While some projects may be local, all client-facing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed. Travel provides opportunities to strengthen client relationships, gain diverse experiences, and enhance professional growth by working in different environments and cultures.