Data Strategy Associate Consultant

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.

The Data Strategy Associate Consultantwill be based in Buenos Aires (Argentina) and will contribute to delivering world-class solutions that develop and optimize data governance and operations, data sourcing strategies, process design, value creation, portfolio analytics, and more. This role offers high visibility within the firm and involves close collaboration with global Data Strategy teams across North America, Europe, and India, as well as cross-functional practices (e.g., Customer Insights, Marketing, Operations, Technology).

What you’ll do 

• Build and maintain a comprehensive understanding and expertise in global data landscapes across various industries (Including LifeScience, HealthInsurance and Hospitality)

• Collaborate with internal teams and clients to define tailored data strategies addressing their unique needs  

• Assist in defining capabilities, frameworks, processes, and tools to support broad data strategy initiatives  

• Partner with project leads to deliver projects and support project management tasks such as planning, resource coordination, and risk mitigation  

• Execute project tasks across different types of engagements, from strategy formulation to implementation  

• Ensure seamless communication and coordination with global team members  

• Manage client communications according to project responsibilities  

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including knowledge management, technologists, and business operations  

• Mentor and coach junior team members as needed  

• Help develop long-term Data Strategy assets and innovative data-driven offerings

What you’ll bring 

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree with strong academic performance in analytical and quantitative disciplines (e.g., Math, Engineering, Physics, Statistics, Data Science, Economics)  
• 2-5 years of relevant experience, preferably with consulting firms or in data-driven roles across multiple industries  
• Familiarity with diverse types of data and their practical applications (e.g., customer data, transactional data, sensor/IoT data, financial data) is a plus  
• Ability to translate complex, unstructured problems into actionable processes and strategic approaches  
• Strategic thinker capable of supporting data standards and governance frameworks  
• Self-starter with high motivation, maturity, and initiative  
• Strong oral and written communication skills  
• Empathy, adaptability, and the ability to make a significant personal impact  
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively  
• Fluency in English required
• Aptitude for, and enjoyment of, team leadership
• 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:

At ZS, your growth matters. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that supports your health and well‑being, financial future, time away, and professional development. With robust skills‑building programs, multiple career progression paths, internal mobility, and a deeply collaborative culture, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, expand your capabilities, and thrive as part of a global community. For details on total rewards in Argentina, visit ZS Argentina office locations | Where we work | ZS.         

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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