The Strategy & Operations Associate Consultant at ZS manages projects, optimizes operations, fosters collaboration, and contributes to strategic initiatives in a consulting environment.
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.
The Strategy & Operations Associate Consultant collaborates with senior leaders and is responsible for managing strategy and operations within their assigned spaces by taking on substantial projects and processes. This role involves proactively working with the business, suggesting improvements, and delivering high-quality outputs. The Associate Consultant is trusted to interact with key members of the space and create synergies across initiatives, and teams.
S&O professionals are key connectors with broad visibility across the space, building collaborative relationships within the space and across ZS to enhance efficiency. As an S&O Associate Consultant you will contribute to the future of the space you support, identifying and implementing solutions that streamline operations, foster growth, and maximize client success.
What you will do
What you will bring
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.
Considering applying?
At ZS, we honor the visible and invisible elements of our identities, personal experiences, and belief systems-the ones that comprise us as individuals, shape who we are, and make us unique. We believe your personal interests, identities, and desire to learn are integral to your success here. We are committed to building a team that reflects a broad variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Learn more about our inclusion and belonging efforts and the networks ZS supports to assist our ZSers in cultivating community spaces and obtaining the resources they need to thrive.
If you're eager to grow, contribute, and bring your unique self to our work, we encourage you to apply.
ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.
To complete your application:
Candidates must possess or be able to obtain work authorization for their intended country of employment.An on-line application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required to be considered.
NO AGENCY CALLS, PLEASE.
Find Out More At:
www.zs.com
Salary: $100,000.00 - $108,000.00
The Strategy & Operations Associate Consultant collaborates with senior leaders and is responsible for managing strategy and operations within their assigned spaces by taking on substantial projects and processes. This role involves proactively working with the business, suggesting improvements, and delivering high-quality outputs. The Associate Consultant is trusted to interact with key members of the space and create synergies across initiatives, and teams.
S&O professionals are key connectors with broad visibility across the space, building collaborative relationships within the space and across ZS to enhance efficiency. As an S&O Associate Consultant you will contribute to the future of the space you support, identifying and implementing solutions that streamline operations, foster growth, and maximize client success.
What you will do
- Manage and execute substantial projects and processes within assigned spaces that help enhance space creditability.
- Optimize space operations and activities; proactively suggest and implement improvements or enhancements to space leadership.
- Connect the dots across initiatives within the space and firm to create operational efficiencies and save team members' time.
- Create and synthesize space materials.
- Contribute to space-level strategy and facilitate change enablement.
- Contribute to impact measurement & communication plans.
- Navigate the network within the assigned space and across ZS to accomplish key objectives.
- Deliver "internal-ready" quality outputs suitable for a broad audience.
What you will bring
- Bachelor's degree required
- 2 to 5 years experience in professional services firm, consulting or strategy/operations experience preferred
- Fundamental understanding of consulting business models
- Strong project management skills with the ability to successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Excellent communication (oral & written) and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to navigate complex organizational structures and experience and comfort working with multiple and senior stakeholders
- Proficiency and skill in MS Office Suite
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.
Considering applying?
At ZS, we honor the visible and invisible elements of our identities, personal experiences, and belief systems-the ones that comprise us as individuals, shape who we are, and make us unique. We believe your personal interests, identities, and desire to learn are integral to your success here. We are committed to building a team that reflects a broad variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Learn more about our inclusion and belonging efforts and the networks ZS supports to assist our ZSers in cultivating community spaces and obtaining the resources they need to thrive.
If you're eager to grow, contribute, and bring your unique self to our work, we encourage you to apply.
ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.
To complete your application:
Candidates must possess or be able to obtain work authorization for their intended country of employment.An on-line application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required to be considered.
NO AGENCY CALLS, PLEASE.
Find Out More At:
www.zs.com
Salary: $100,000.00 - $108,000.00
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Ms Office Suite
ZS Boston, Massachusetts, USA Office

One Boston Place, 28th Floor, Boston, MA, United States, 02108
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