Data Strategy Consultant

ZS; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive rewards package

Flexible working model

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

A leading management consulting firm in Princeton, NJ is seeking a Data Strategy Consultant. The role involves leading projects to address client data strategy challenges, managing cross-functional teams, and building strong client relationships. Applicants should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree, 6+ years of experience in Data Strategy, and a deep understanding of healthcare data. This position offers a flexible hybrid working model and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience in Data Strategy and Life Science, preferred.
• Ability to translate unstructured problems into actionable processes.
• Self-starter with high motivation and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and execution of projects addressing data strategy challenges.
• Manage multiple workstreams ensuring objectives are met on time.
• Build relationships with clients and present related deliverables.

Skills

Healthcare data expertise

Analytic skills

Project management

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving

Client-first mentality

Multi-tasking abilities

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant field

Job description

Overview

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 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.

What you’ll do

• Build and maintain a comprehensive level understanding and expertise on healthcare data in the US
• Lead (in collaboration with ZS’ internal and client-facing teams) the design and execution of projects addressing our client’s critical data strategy challenges; Assist in defining capabilities, building frameworks, processes, and tools to support data strategy
• Serve as a primary day-to-day project lead, manage multiple workstreams ensuring fulfillment of project objective on-time and on-budget
• Partner with the Senior Leadership team and assist in project management responsibility i.e., Project planning, staffing management, people growth, etc.
• Build relationships with client stakeholders and lead presentations related to project deliverables, brainstorming, discussions, status updates, etc.
• Manage and collaborate with an extended global team of diverse skill sets (knowledge management, data technologists, business operations, etc.); Mentor/coach junior members in the team, inside and outside projects
• Help build long-term Data Strategy assets and offerings
• Serve as Subject Matter Expert to support teams in client project proposals, client discussions, thought leadership, etc., where data expertise is needed
• Contribute to develop POVs on data strategy innovations to build firm intellectual capital and thought leadership
• Contribute to building and managing relationships with key data partners in the US

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor's or master's degree required, with strong academic performance in analytic and quantitative coursework
• 6+ years of relevant job experience; prior experience in Data Strategy and Life Science, working with consultancy firms, life science companies, or healthcare data providers preferred
• Knowledge of healthcare data and experience of its practical applications (e.g. patient-level EHR, claims, omics, data and experience with RWD/RWE projects or omics data) preferred
• Ability to translate unstructured problems into actionable processes and approaches
• Self-starter, with high motivation, maturity and personal initiative
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Empathy, adaptability, and high personal impact
• Self-discipline for planning and organizing tasks, and delivering in an unstructured environment
• Ability to multi-task and manage competing priorities
• 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

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 empowers you to thrive as an individual and global team member.

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.

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. An on-line application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required to be considered.

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www.zs.com