Strategy Insights & Planning Associate Consultant - Marketing Strategy at ZS | South San Francisco, CA

Strategy Insights & Planning Associate Consultant - Marketing Strategy

South San Francisco, CA (Hybrid)

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Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive client problem solving and project delivery with quantitative analysis and cross-functional mentoring at ZS.

Own project workstreams and client-facing deliverables across market research and analyses.
Must-have: PhD or Master’s with quantitative coursework (or 2–5 years post-study) and strong written/oral communication.
Standout: Mentors Associates and collaborates across global teams.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Leverage problem solving skills and frameworks to develop solutions to our clients business problems.
Marketing, consulting or strategy experience is desired.
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 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.

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.
Collaborative spirit and problem-solving approach.

Preferred

Marketing, consulting or strategy experience is desired.

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.
Hybrid working model: 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.

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.

Founded in 1983

Evanston, Illinois, USA

20K employees (395 in marketing)

www.zs.com

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