Talent & Learning Consultant
ZS is a transformative consulting and technology firm that brings together data, science, technology, and human ingenuity to deliver better outcomes worldwide. As a client-first partner, we develop custom solutions that create value across critical business areas. Bring your curiosity, bold ideas, courage, and passion to drive life-changing impact at ZS.
What You'll Do
- Assess client needs across the HR lifecycle, including talent strategy, competency modeling, talent acquisition, talent assessments, coaching, leadership development, and capability building.
- Design and advise on talent and learning solutions to build performance frameworks, career development paths, and talent assessment strategies aligned with business goals.
- Provide strategic guidance on learning design and content frameworks to enable employee growth and organizational agility.
- Serve as a trusted advisor through clear, timely communication and stakeholder management across the project lifecycle.
- Lead project delivery, ensuring timelines, risks, and outcomes are well managed while mentoring junior team members.
- Develop high-impact deliverables, including presentations, reports, frameworks, and tools that clearly articulate insights and actionable recommendations.
- Support business growth by contributing to proposals, POVs, and innovation initiatives to expand the Talent & Learning consulting portfolio.
- Collaborate with ZS client teams and internal experts to integrate best practices and knowledge into client solutions.
What You'll Bring
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, or related field (Master's degree preferred).7+ years of relevant experience in HR consulting, talent management, or organizational development.Strong analytical skills to translate data and insights into talent solutions.Experience with talent assessment methodologies and / or career framework development preferred.Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills with a client advisory mindset.Ability to lead projects and mentor team members while managing multiple priorities.Strong unstructured problem-solving and conceptual thinking skills with a strategic orientation.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools.A proactive, self-driven approach with high attention to detail and quality.Flexibility to adapt to evolving client priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.How you'll grow
Cross-functional skills development and 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.Hybrid working model
ZS offers a flexible, connected way of working. ZSers are on-site at clients or ZS offices three days a week and can work remotely up to two days a week. This model combines face-to-face collaboration with remote flexibility.
Perks & Benefits
ZS offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including health and well-being, financial planning, annual leave, personal growth, and professional development. Robust skills development programs, multiple career progression options, and internal mobility paths empower you to thrive as an individual and global team member.
Travel
Travel is a requirement for client-facing ZSers. While some projects may be local, all client-facing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed to strengthen client relationships and gain diverse experiences.
Considering applying?
At ZS, we honor the visible and invisible elements of our identities, personal experiences, and belief systems. 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.
Equal Opportunity Statement
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.
Application instructions
Candidates must possess or be able to obtain work authorization for their intended country of employment. An online application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required to be considered.
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