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ZS · 1 day ago

AI Strategy Associate Consultant

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

ZS is a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life through data, science, and technology. As an AI Strategy Associate Consultant, you will leverage problem-solving skills to develop solutions for clients, conduct market research, and design AI and digital strategies to drive impactful business outcomes.

ConsultingManagement ConsultingMarketing

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

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 and implement AI and digital strategies to drive business outcomes

Articulate business cases, supported by financial and operational modeling, to guide AI investment decisions

Design AI programs with a focus on value, governance, and responsible AI across the innovation lifecycle

Contribute to the design of digital organizations and ways of working

Guide the development, deployment, and adoption of AI solutions to drive significant business opportunities for clients

Collaborate effectively with data scientists and tech teams, ensuring seamless communication and integration

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 to ensure risk and issue mitigation

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

Qualification

AI strategy developmentMarket researchFinancial modelingData analyticsCommunication skillsTeam leadershipProblem-solvingAttention to detailAdaptability

Required

2-5 years of consulting experience

Interest and success in working at the intersection of AI and strategy, with a proven ability to integrate these areas effectively

Enthusiastic and curious adopter of AI in both personal and professional settings, showcasing a passion for emerging technologies

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

Preferred

Healthcare or functional domain expertise or exposure is preferred

Benefits

Health and well-being

Financial planning

Annual leave

Personal growth

Professional development

Robust skills development programs

Multiple career progression options

Internal mobility paths

Company

ZS

Glassdoor3.7

ZS is a management consulting and technology firm that partners with companies to improve life and how we live it.

Founded in 1983

Evanston, Illinois, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.zs.com/

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