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.

Consulting Marketing Lead - Industry

ZS is seeking a Consulting Marketing Lead to support and expand our industry practices outside of healthcare by translating business priorities into differentiated industry positioning, thought leadership, content strategies, and go-to-market initiatives that drive awareness, engagement, and business growth.

You will operate at the intersection of strategy, execution, and analytics, partnering with business leaders and marketing & communications ecosystem partners to deliver coordinated, measurable marketing outcomes.

You will lead marketing strategy, industry positioning, and narrative development, holding accountability for messaging, market differentiation, and marketing's contribution to business growth, pipeline, and revenue.

The role will also shape ZS's external industry presence through strategic event participation, thought leadership activation, and executive engagement programs that strengthen brand visibility, client relationships, and growth opportunities.

This is a high-visibility role which requires strong interpersonal and team skills as well as a balance of strategic leadership, cross-functional influence, and operational excellence . You will exhibit strong external presence with industry stakeholders, and an ability to influence across the organization. You will ensure that ZS’s capabilities and assets resonate with the industry and target audience (accounts and personas) to increase ZS’s visibility, brand equity and trust.

What You’ll Do:

Industry go-to-market planning and execution

Develop a deep understanding of ZS’s industry capabilities and competitive landscape

Partner with industry SMEs to manage plan and campaign delivery

Translate business priorities, market opportunities, and client needs into industry positioning, growth strategies, and integrated go-to-market plans.

Develop integrated event activation strategies that align event investments to industry growth objectives, account priorities, and campaign goals.

Define industry-specific value propositions, messaging frameworks, and market narratives that differentiate ZS and support business growth.

Campaign & Content Activation

Shape industry marketing strategy and priority initiatives by defining narratives, content priorities, and engagement approaches that support growth objectives.

Conduct market, customer, and competitive analysis to identify emerging trends and opportunities, and messaging recommendations.

Develop and operationalize flagship POVs, articles, webinars, and conversion assets

Partner with SMEs to translate complex industry topics into clear, compelling stories

Develop positioning, messaging, sales enablement materials, and playbooks that support business development efforts and strengthen industry differentiation.

Deliver high-quality campaign and asset execution with strong attention to detail

Manage multiple workstreams with clear timelines and accountability

Support activation of campaigns through sales channels and account-based motions

Develop event-specific narratives, thought leadership themes, executive messaging, and content strategies that reinforce industry positioning and differentiation.

Partner with SMEs and business leaders to shape speaking opportunities, session concepts, executive engagements, and client-facing experiences.

Performance Tracking & Insights

Monitor campaign performance against defined KPIs (awareness, consideration, conversion)

Use insights to optimize targeting, messaging, and channel mix

Support reporting on marketing impact and ROI

Maintain structured documentation of campaigns, assets and outcomes

Maintain accountability for MyCRM utilization and reporting to ensure visibility into marketing-driven and influenced impact

What You’ll Bring:

6+ years of marketing experience in B2B marketing, consulting, or related field

Strong project management and ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously

Comfort working cross-functionally in a matrixed environment, influencing without direct authority.

Excellent relationship-building and communication skills, able to engage senior stakeholders internally and externally.

Experience developing market positioning, value propositions, and executive-level messaging for complex B2B offerings.

Demonstrated ability to influence business strategy through customer, competitive, and market insights.

Ability to operate as a strategic advisor and thought partner to senior business leaders.

Experience translating business objectives into marketing strategy, industry narratives, and growth initiatives.

Ability to translate business objectives into structured marketing plans

Strong analytical thinking and ability to solve ambiguous, cross-functional problems

Proven experience delivering end-to-end marketing programs or campaigns

Ability to develop clear, concise, executive-ready messaging and materials

Skilled in translating technical/complex topics into compelling narratives

Demonstrated ability to align event investments with business objectives, brand positioning, relationship development, and pipeline growth.

Strong stakeholder management skills with experience coordinating across business leaders, sales teams, SMEs, external partners, and event organizers.

Fluency in English

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 United States , visit ZS US 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.

Work Authorization:

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must have authorization to work in the United States that does not now or in the future require employer sponsorship.

To complete your application: An on-line application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required to be considered.

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