Strategy Insights

Strategy Insights & Planning Associate Consultant - Emerging Pharma Join to apply for the Strategy Insights & Planning Associate Consultant - Emerging Pharma role at ZS. ZS is a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it by bringing together data, science, technology and human ingenuity to deliver better outcomes for all. Strategy Insights and Planning Associate Consultant - Emerging Pharma ZS's Strategy Insights and Planning teams partner with clients to design and deliver solutions. Working with ZS’s Emerging Pharma team you will work with pre‑commercial and growth stage biotech and smaller pharmaceutical companies on topics such as preparing for a first launch across all commercial functions or assessing potential for future indications in the US and rest‑of‑world markets. 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 such as 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, mitigate risks and issues, and aid 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 with a bachelor’s degree in a field with quantitative coursework (business, economics, marketing, psychology, life sciences, or social sciences). If you do not have a PhD, 2‑5 years of relevant post‑study professional experience will be considered. High motivation, strong work ethic, maturity, and personal initiative. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Empathy, adaptability, and a high personal impact. Strong attention to detail and a quality‑focused mindset. Self‑discipline for planning and organizing tasks. Aptitude for, and enjoyment of, team leadership. 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. Hybrid working model ZS is committed to a Flexible and Connected way of working. ZSers are onsite at clients or ZS offices three days a week; combined flexibility to work remotely two days a week is also available. Perks & Benefits ZS offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes health and well‑being, financial planning, annual leave, personal growth, and professional development. Travel Travel is a requirement for client‑facing ZSers; business needs of the project and client are the priority. All client‑facing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed. Inclusion & Belonging 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. Equal Opportunity Statement 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 online application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required to be considered. Job Details Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Consulting, Information Technology, and Sales Industry: Business Consulting and Services No agency calls, please. #J-18808-Ljbffr