ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on transforming global healthcare and beyond, our most valuable asset is our people. 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 products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business including portfolio strategy, customer insights, research and development, operational and technology transformation, marketing strategy and many more. Bring your curiosity for learning; bold ideas; courage and passion to drive life changing, impact to ZS.
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Our most valuable asset is our people.
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 part of your success here. Learn more about our diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts and the networks ZS supports to assist our ZSers in cultivating community spaces, obtaining the resources they need to thrive, and sharing the messages they are passionate about.
The Marketing and Communications team helps build the ZS brand, champion thought leadership, support business development and inform, engage, and inspire past, present and future ZS people.
If you dare to think differently, join us, and find a path where your passion can change lives.
SENIOR MEDIA AND ANALYST RELATIONS ASSOCIATE
You will be instrumental in shaping the narrative and enhancing the visibility of ZS in the media and among industry analysts. This role requires a strategic thinker with exceptional communication skills and a proven track record in media and analyst relations. The ideal candidate will be adept at building relationships, managing high-impact communications campaigns, and achieving exceptional media presence and analyst engagement. If you are passionate about media strategy and enjoy the challenge of elevating a company in a competitive industry, this role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact.
Responsibilities:
- Help develop and execute a comprehensive media relations strategy that aligns with ZS's corporate objectives, enhancing brand visibility and media presence
- Support the creation of press releases and other news sharing, ensuring timely and accurate dissemination of ZS's news and highlights
- Coordinate analyst briefing meetings with agency support
- Assist in the management of the media agency relationship
- Track and report on the effectiveness of media and analyst relations strategies, using metrics and KPIs to assess impact and alignment with strategic goals
- Provide insights and intelligence based on earned media and analyst relations KPIs to help inform future strategies and campaigns
- Support interdepartmental relationship building and metric tracking with marketing, events, and internal communications teams among others. Provide recommendations on areas of collaboration and cooperation
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, marketing, or related field
- 5+ years of work experience in marketing or communications
- Excellent writing and editing abilities; well-versed in AP Style
- Keen project management capabilities
- Strong interpersonal skills; adept at building partnerships across a global organization
- Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize, and meet competing deadlines
- Ability to interface with company leadership and conduct themself in a professional, tactful manner
- Enthusiastic self-starter eager to learn from and contribute to a dynamic team
- Strong organizational and time management skills with a focus on quality and attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in a complex, matrixed environment
- Experience with social media a plus
- Experience with basic design or video a plus
Perks & Benefits:
ZS offers a comprehensive total rewards package including health and well-being, financial planning, annual leave, personal growth and professional development. Our robust skills development programs, multiple career progression options and internal mobility paths and collaborative culture empowers you to thrive as an individual and global team member.
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.
Considering applying?
At ZS, we're building a diverse and inclusive company where people bring their passions to inspire life-changing impact in global healthcare and beyond. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and recognize the value that candidates with all backgrounds, including non-traditional ones, bring. If you are interested in joining us, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet 100% of the requirements listed above.
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.
To Complete Your Application:
Candidates must possess or be able to obtain work authorization for their intended country of employment.
ZS is committed to providing and maintaining a safe workplace. Must have received full COVID-19 vaccination by date of hire to be considered. Proof of vaccination will be required upon acceptance of offer of employment. Exemption process available on a limited basis.
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www.zs.com
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