Smart people, brutal hours - Consultant ZS Associates Employee Review

2.0
10 Feb 2018
Recommend
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Pros

ZS has many talented employees. Pay is reasonable

Cons

Being staffed on multiple projects leads to working many many hours. When the projects were with multiple partners, the managers would book client meeting that conflicted with other managers' client meetings. It is a very stressful environment. Also, they don't offer the same perks that other consulting firms offer.

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Pros

Great firm and leadership, interesting projects in healthcare

Cons

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4.0
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Pros

Strong culture and collaborative environment with smart, supportive colleagues. Admins are trusted partners and get exposure to senior leadership, which provides great learning opportunities. Compensation and benefits are competitive compared to similar roles.

Cons

Workload can be high, with admins often supporting multiple stakeholders while also providing backup coverage. Expectations can vary widely depending on the team, which can create inconsistency and pressure. Career growth paths are less structured and require a lot of self-direction. Work-life balance can be challenging at times, especially across time zones.

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