Associate Consultant- Brand Strategy

San Diego, CA (Hybrid)

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Posted 1 day ago

Job Summary

Own end-to-end project workstreams from problem framing and market research to analysis design and client communication, while building client relationships and mentoring junior staff.

  • Lead structured problem solving and framework-based solutions
  • Design and communicate analyses and insights to clients and internal teams
  • Drive project plans and client interaction, while developing associates

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Leverage problem solving skills and frameworks to develop solutions to our client s 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 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 – risk and issue mitigation . You will also as sist 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

Requirements

  • PhD or Masters with bachelor’s degree in a field with quantitative coursework such as business, economics, marketing, psychology, life sciences and social sciences. In lieu of a PhD, 2-5 years of relevant post- study professional experience will be considered .
  • 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
  • Fluency in English
  • Client-first mentality
  • Intense work ethic

Benefits

  • At ZS, your growth matters. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that supports your health and well‑being, financial future, time away, and professional development. With robust skills‑building programs, multiple career progression paths, internal mobility, and a deeply collaborative culture, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, expand your capabilities, and thrive as part of a global community. For details on total rewards in United States , visit ZS US office locations | Where we work | ZS .
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ZS is a management consulting and technology firm that partners with companies to improve 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. Founded in 1983, ZS has more than 13,000 employees in over 35 offices worldwide. To learn more, visit www.zs.com/At ZS, our mission is to inspire each other to bring our unique perspective and experience to work each day. When you join our firm, you have access to a wealth of community groups to support you, energize you and inspire you to bring your authentic self to work each day.

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Associate Consultant- Brand Strategy

ZS · San Diego, CA · Hybrid