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Strategy Consultant roles at ZS sit at the intersection of life sciences consulting and data-driven decision-making. ZS has a history of sponsoring international talent for consulting positions, making it a realistic target if you're on a work visa and building a consulting career in the U.S.
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INTRODUCTION
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.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategy & Operations Consultant in the Enterprise will…
- Leverage problem solving skills and frameworks to develop solutions to business problems
- Optimize space operations to minimize leadership’s time spent on operational tasks
- Collaborate on strategic planning processes (annual and ongoing)
- Manage impact measurement and communication strategies
- Manage and provide insights on budgets and total annual spend
- Foster relationships with client procurement stakeholders and help ensure compliance with client requirements
- Develop reports and insights on BD and pipeline opportunities
- Create and synthesize space materials; prepare leadership level presentations
- Support space-level people strategy by keeping a pulse of team and provide ongoing insight to leadership
- Plan and run effective workshops, events, summits, client visits, etc. (virtual and in-person)
- Develop and implement new processes to be leveraged across teams
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree required, MBA or other advanced degree preferred
- 5-8+ years experience in professional services firm, consulting or strategy/operations experience preferred
- Understanding of consulting business models
- Strong consultative and problem-solving skills
- Effective oral and written communication skills that can influence senior-level decision makers
- Experience successfully managing multiple projects simultaneously, including those with intersecting workstreams
- Experience and comfort working with multiple and senior stakeholders, in a complex organization structure
- Understanding of systems and processes
- Empathy, adaptability and high personal impact
- Strong experience with productivity and collaboration tools, including MS Office (PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel, Teams)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 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. NO AGENCY CALLS, PLEASE.

INTRODUCTION
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.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategy & Operations Consultant in the Enterprise will…
- Leverage problem solving skills and frameworks to develop solutions to business problems
- Optimize space operations to minimize leadership’s time spent on operational tasks
- Collaborate on strategic planning processes (annual and ongoing)
- Manage impact measurement and communication strategies
- Manage and provide insights on budgets and total annual spend
- Foster relationships with client procurement stakeholders and help ensure compliance with client requirements
- Develop reports and insights on BD and pipeline opportunities
- Create and synthesize space materials; prepare leadership level presentations
- Support space-level people strategy by keeping a pulse of team and provide ongoing insight to leadership
- Plan and run effective workshops, events, summits, client visits, etc. (virtual and in-person)
- Develop and implement new processes to be leveraged across teams
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree required, MBA or other advanced degree preferred
- 5-8+ years experience in professional services firm, consulting or strategy/operations experience preferred
- Understanding of consulting business models
- Strong consultative and problem-solving skills
- Effective oral and written communication skills that can influence senior-level decision makers
- Experience successfully managing multiple projects simultaneously, including those with intersecting workstreams
- Experience and comfort working with multiple and senior stakeholders, in a complex organization structure
- Understanding of systems and processes
- Empathy, adaptability and high personal impact
- Strong experience with productivity and collaboration tools, including MS Office (PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel, Teams)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 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. NO AGENCY CALLS, PLEASE.
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Frame your degree for consulting eligibility
H-1B specialty occupation requires a directly related degree. For Strategy Consultant roles at ZS, degrees in business, economics, life sciences, or applied analytics are strong fits. Avoid vague framing on your resume that obscures the degree-to-role connection.
Target ZS offices with active recruiting pipelines
ZS hires Strategy Consultants across multiple U.S. offices, but campus recruiting and MBA pipelines drive a significant share of entry-level intake. Identify which offices align with your background and apply through those channels directly, not just the general careers portal.
Clarify sponsorship intent before the offer stage
ZS sponsors H-1B for qualifying Strategy Consultants, but confirm this directly with your recruiter before final-round interviews. Asking during the offer stage introduces unnecessary friction; confirming earlier lets both sides plan around USCIS filing deadlines.
Understand how cap-subject H-1B timing affects your start date
Cap-subject H-1B petitions have an October 1 start date. If ZS extends you an offer outside the lottery window, your actual work start date may be months away. Build this into your employment planning and discuss bridging options with your recruiter.
Use Migrate Mate to find open Strategy Consultant roles at ZS
ZS posts Strategy Consultant openings across multiple locations and hiring rounds throughout the year. Use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for ZS roles that offer visa sponsorship so you're not manually sorting through postings that won't support your status.
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Find Strategy Consultant at ZS JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does ZS sponsor H-1B visas for Strategy Consultants?
Yes, ZS sponsors H-1B visas for Strategy Consultants who meet the specialty occupation standard, which requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as business, economics, life sciences, or analytics. Sponsorship is not automatic for every hire, so confirm visa support with your recruiter during the interview process before reaching the offer stage.
How do I apply for Strategy Consultant jobs at ZS?
Apply through ZS's careers portal or through Migrate Mate, which filters specifically for visa-sponsoring roles. ZS recruits Strategy Consultants through campus pipelines, MBA programs, and direct applications. Tailor your resume to reflect the degree-to-role alignment that matters for H-1B eligibility, and note your visa status clearly so recruiting teams can route your application correctly from the start.
Which visa types does ZS commonly use for Strategy Consultant roles?
ZS sponsors H-1B visas for full-time Strategy Consultants and supports F-1 OPT and CPT for students entering through campus or intern-to-full-time pipelines. TN status is an option for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying categories. Each visa type has different authorization timelines, so the right path depends on your citizenship and current status.
What qualifications does ZS expect for Strategy Consultant roles?
ZS typically looks for candidates with strong analytical foundations, often from MBA programs or graduate degrees in life sciences, public health, economics, or business. For H-1B purposes, the degree must be in a field directly related to the consulting function. Relevant internship experience, case interview performance, and familiarity with pharmaceutical or healthcare strategy contexts strengthen your application significantly.
How do I time my application around H-1B filing deadlines?
The H-1B cap lottery opens in March for an October 1 start date. If you're targeting a full-time Strategy Consultant role at ZS, aim to have an offer in place well before the USCIS registration window opens so your employer can submit your registration on time. Missing the lottery means waiting a full year, so early alignment with your recruiter on timelines is essential.
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