Strategy Insights & Planning Consultant - Health Plan

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 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 & Planning Consultant – Health Plan ZS’s Insights & Analytics group partners 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. The Health Plan and Provider (HPP) team within ZS is a growth venture, focused on a strategic set of offerings and client segments that can unlock the ZS mission/vision – helping improve life and how we live it. HPP operates like a mission‑oriented start‑up backed by a large global firm. HPP’s goal is to build the ecosystem of payer/provider clients that have a similar mindset to long‑term partnership, innovation in the healthcare industry and unlocking the synergies across various sectors within healthcare and beyond. The team is growing quickly and looking for passionate team members who care first and foremost about impact and core values – we pride ourselves on being true to the spirit of client value creation, true culture of collaboration and human‑centric service. Through our vision, strategy and investments, we seek to disrupt the traditional healthcare consulting market and elevate our society to new levels of functioning. This venture is not for the faint of heart – we work hard, play hard and bring our complete selves to work. Strategy Insights & Planning Consultants deliver high‑quality solutions for our clients. Consultants possess unstructured problem‑solving skills as well as strong analytic, synthesis and communication skills. Consultants may work on multiple projects simultaneously. As Consultants advance in their career, they specialize in a particular industry, practice area and/or client relationship. What You’ll Do Work with project leadership to define project scope and develop approach. Lead project task execution by ensuring progress, organizing project data and coordinating team meetings. Conduct issue analysis and develop hypotheses on the key client issues. Design and execute qualitative and/or quantitative analyses to test and analyze hypotheses. Synthesize findings, develop recommendations and communicate results to clients and internal teams. Provide thought leadership and innovation within projects and practice areas. Participate in business development. Contribute to internal firm activities. Coach and mentor junior team members. What You’ll Bring MBA with bachelor’s (and often graduate) degrees with a strong academic record in business, economics, marketing, psychology, life sciences, engineering, applied math, statistics or related fields. Alternately, candidates may possess a PhD in marketing, economics, decision sciences or related field with a business application. In lieu of an MBA or PhD, 5‑8 years of relevant work experience may substitute. Up to 3 years of post‑MBA relevant work experience, and 3‑5 years of pre‑MBA work experience. High motivation, good work ethic, maturity and personal initiative. Aptitude for, and enjoyment of, leading and managing teams. Effective oral and written communication skills that enable personal impact with senior‑level decision makers. Strong attention to detail, with a quality‑focused mindset. Analytic problem‑solving skills, with a creative and innovative outlook. Client service orientation. Fluency in English. Client‑first mentality. Intense work ethic. Collaborative spirit and problem‑solving approach. 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 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 empower you to thrive as an individual and global team member. 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. 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. 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