AWFUL . DISORGANIZED. 0 WORK LIFE BALANCE. PREPARE TO DO 0 THINKING AND MAKE SLIDE DECKS ALL DAY. - Associate Consultant ZS Associates Employee Review

1.0
21 Nov 2019
Recommend
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Pros

Absolutely none. Even the snacks are terrible.

Cons

ZS Associates is a big consulting firm with lofty reviews on Glassdoor. People have long tenures here, but in the last two months it surely has been an awful place to work and I cannot wait to quit. At a high level, the company prides itself on diversity and acceptance but hypocritically breeds managers who lead by fear and intimidation. Those who are successful epitomize a squadron of secret police; if you fall out of line, others who yearn to be recognized by their superiors latch their eyes onto your every movement and report back. These are our lovely “PD (professional development) Coaches” - makeshift managers who coordinate performance reviews and inject themselves into your life.

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Pros

Great firm and leadership, interesting projects in healthcare

Cons

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4.0
17 June 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Everyone is willing to help and support one another, creating a highly collaborative environment. It's a great place to start your career because of the amount of knowledge, mentorship, and guidance available. The company also supports a hybrid work setup, which promotes a healthy work-life balance. Additionally, feedback is generally well-received and encouraged

Cons

Work hours can be quite taxing - as is expected in consulting.

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