Stop hiring MBA grads|Worst culture to ever work in - Business Operations Associate Consultant ZS Associates Employee Review

1.0
20 Dec 2017
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Pros

Since you work on multiple projects, u learn good task management

Cons

Worst culture ever, nobody cares about the hard work you put in.Was managing 15 projects but still all they wanted was to be more involved in idiotic firm level initiatives,Only and only those who linger around the manager get promoted.The review system is bad and does not allow you to get promoted even if you are a high performer but do not fall under the minimum duration criteria(min 2-2.5 years) Worst work life balance ever, expectation is that u sit in office till late (post 10 pm), if u want to get noticed

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5.0
19 Jun 2026
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Pros

ZS is one of the few firms that offers a exponential growth path in your professional journey- if you are able to match the speed of the firm and can create an impact. Couple of things that have made me stick with ZS is- transparency, people, culture, quality of work and growth trajectory.

Cons

ZS is not deep into Strategic consulting, hence if you are looking for that ZS might not be the firm of choice.

4.0
23 Jun 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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