Zinnov is a global management consulting firm that helps organizations make decisions that actually get used — and deliver results that matter. For over two decades, we’ve partnered with leading enterprises, high-growth technology companies, and investors to answer some of the toughest questions they face:
Where should we invest?
How do we scale globally?
What capabilities will win in the next decade?
Our work shapes market entry strategies, global operating models, M&A decisions, and long-term growth bets. We’re known for being data-led, execution-focused, and outcome-driven — not opinion-heavy slideware.
At Zinnov, how you work matters as much as what you deliver. We value independent thinking, crisp communication, and early ownership. With 450+ professionals across 10 global offices, we work across industries including Digital Services, ER&D, Enterprise Software, Semiconductors, Healthcare, BFSI, Automotive, Media & Telecom, and Private Equity.
Zinnov isn’t for everyone. It’s for people who want steep learning curves, honest feedback, and the chance to see their work influence real business decisions — not just presentations.
Why Global Excellence (GE)
Zinnov’s Global Excellence (GE) practice helps enterprises build and scale Global Capability Centers (GCCs) end-to-end — from Design & Discovery to Build, Scale, and Run.
In GE, you don’t work in silos. You:
Own complex, end-to-end client journeys
Work across GCC advisory, managed services, and BOT / outsourcing models
Influence leadership decisions that shape long-term talent and operating strategies
This is where strategy meets execution — and where talent plays a defining role.
About the Role
As Project Lead I, you will drive consulting project delivery by owning key workstreams end-to-end — shaping the problem, building strong fact bases through primary and secondary research, applying rigorous analysis, and translating insights into client-ready recommendations.
This role is designed for a high-ownership consultant who can operate with strong delivery rigor, collaborate closely with Engagement Leads and Managers, and consistently raise the quality bar on research, storytelling, and execution. Alongside delivery, you will contribute to business development through proposal support and help build reusable practice assets.
What You’ll Do
End-to-End Workstream Ownership
- Develop a holistic view of the engagement and connect workstream outputs to the client’s core problem.
- Own smaller engagements independently or lead workstreams/modules within larger consulting projects.
- Drive predictable execution across timelines, dependencies, and quality standards.
Research & Insight Development
- Conduct deep secondary research and support primary research to build strong fact bases.
- Apply analytical techniques to derive clear patterns, implications, and strategic insights.
- Build competitive advantage through consumer and market understanding where relevant.
Research Program & Data Governance Support
- Provide direction to external agencies and internal resources supporting research programs.
- Manage ongoing data tracking services and ensure reporting formats and access are usable across stakeholders.
- Ensure research outputs remain consistent, credible, and decision-useful.
Client-ready Storytelling & Deliverables
- Communicate key facts, trends, and implications through structured reports, presentations, and ad-hoc analyses.
- Maintain high standards of written and visual output quality — clarity, precision, and polish.
- Support leadership-grade narratives and recommendations aligned to client priorities.
Business Development & Practice Development
- Support business development by preparing project/work proposals and pitch modules.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure superior deliverables and build reusable frameworks/assets.
What You Bring
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree (Engineering) from a top-tier university.
- MBA/PGDM preferred.
- Strong consulting delivery capability and workstream ownership expected.
Key Skills
- Excellent business writing, verbal communication, and presentation skills.
- Strong research, analytical, and numerical capability.
- Ability to develop and articulate strategic recommendations grounded in rigorous analysis.
- High proficiency in MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
- Extremely detail-oriented with high standards for written and visual output.
- Strong interpersonal skills; comfort working in timeline-driven, high-pressure environments.
- Self-driven, high energy, proactive, and comfortable in a fast-growing setup.
What Success Looks Like – Globalization Excellence (GE)
- Workstreams delivered end-to-end with strong ownership, predictable execution, and minimal rework.
- Research and analysis that are accurate, structured, and clearly tied to client decisions.
- Consistently high-quality, client-ready deliverables with crisp storytelling and strong executive polish.
- Strong trust with senior stakeholders through responsiveness, rigor, and clarity.
- Meaningful contribution to proposals and practice assets that improve speed and quality at scale.
If you enjoy owning consulting workstreams end-to-end, combining deep research with sharp analysis, and delivering client-ready narratives that influence real business decisions — this role offers both impact and growth.
Zinnov is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, communities, and experiences.
Zinnov Santa Clara, California, USA Office
Santa Clara, United States
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