Strategy Insights & Planning Associate Consultant - Market Research

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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 

 

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 - Strategy Insights and Planning Associate Consultant in the Insights & Analytics team will...

• 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 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 

 

What you’ll bring 

• PhD or Master’s degree (with a Bachelor’s) in a field with quantitative coursework such as business, economics, marketing, psychology, life sciences, or social sciences

  In lieu of a PhD, 2–5 years of relevant post-study professional experience will be considered

• Background in pharmaceutical or healthcare market research strongly preferred, ideally with 2+ years of experience
• Experience across both qualitative and quantitative market research methodologies, with the ability to integrate multiple data sources into cohesive insights
• Strong ability to translate research findings into clear, compelling stories and strategic narratives that drive decision-making
• High motivation, strong work ethic, maturity, and personal initiative
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate insights clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Empathy, adaptability, and high personal impact in client-facing environments
• Strong attention to detail, with a quality-focused and insight-driven mindset
• Self-discipline for planning, organizing, and managing multiple tasks and workstreams
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, unstructured environments while bringing structure and clarity
• Client-first mentality with a focus on delivering actionable insights and strategic value
• Collaborative spirit with a strong problem-solving approach
• Aptitude for, and enjoyment of, team leadership and mentorship
• Fluency in English
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to speak with impact and influence stakeholders through storytelling and insights

How you’ll grow:

• Cross-functional skills development & custom learning pathways
• Milestone training programs aligned to career progression opportunities
• Internal mobility paths that empower growth via s-curves, individual contribution and role expansions

 

Perks &

:

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