Mediocre Consulting Firm - Strategy Insights & Planning Consultant ZS Associates Employee Review

3.0
Jan 25, 2024
Recommend
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Pros

Pay is higher than most consulting firms outside of MBB. Interesting projects within pharma space Little travel required as most offices are located near client base.

Cons

Leadership lacks transparency and it borders on dishonesty. Negative interactions with Principals Poor Hiring Decisions lead to large workforce reductions in some offices. Cognitive dissonance is unbelievably high here. Opportunities outside of the firm are low as ZS does not do a good job at training it’s employees to be effective outside the firm. Health insurance is bad and convoluted to get reimbursement if you run into any complicated claims. Culture is incredibly cliquey. If you are in you and in and if you aren’t then you are left out in the cold at all times.

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5.0
May 22, 2026
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Pros

Great firm and leadership, interesting projects in healthcare

Cons

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4.0
Jun 23, 2026
Recommend
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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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