Consulting is for you if you like a fast paced work situation - Associate ZS Associates Employee Review

4.0
Aug 20, 2008
Recommend
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Pros

The people. Fun, intelligent, exciting people to stimulate your everyday environment. There is a lot of opportunity to step up and work on new initiatives if you have ideas. People are really supportive, and there isn't as much politics. You work with relatively small teams which allows you to have closer communication with the principal/manager or the associate working with you. Supervisors don't hesitate to stay late and work with the team. The other upside is that they are willing to pay for your education should you decide to go in for an MBA later on. Overall they treat you well and respect you.

Cons

You are more or less sold to your job. Hours are unpredictable, but usually weekends are free. There is no overtime, so your overall pay per hour can be pretty low if you're putting in long hours.

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5.0
May 22, 2026
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Pros

Great firm and leadership, interesting projects in healthcare

Cons

Nothing comes to mind apart from occasional long hours

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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