Consultant II

About Zinnov

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 Globalization Excellence (GE) 

Zinnov’s Globalization 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 Consultant II, you will play a core delivery role on consulting engagements — working closely with Project Leads and Managers to deliver research-driven, analysis-rich outputs for clients across technology-led domains (TMT, Aerospace, Automotive, Manufacturing, Telecom, Semiconductors, and adjacent sectors). 

This role is designed for a consultant who can take ownership of workstreams end-to-end — building strong fact bases through primary and secondary research, applying structured analysis, and translating insights into crisp, client-ready narratives. You will also contribute to practice development and business development through proposal support and reusable assets. 

What You’ll Do 

Research & Insight Development 

• Conduct deep secondary research and support primary research to build credible, decision-useful fact bases. 

• Apply analytical techniques to derive meaningful insights, patterns, and implications for client priorities. 

• Track trends and competitive movements; synthesize market/consumer insights to strengthen recommendations. 

Structured Problem Solving & Workstream Ownership 

• Develop a holistic view of the engagement and connect research findings to the client’s core problem. 

• Own small consulting engagements independently, or lead modules/workstreams within larger engagements. 

• Build clear, data-backed recommendations and articulate trade-offs with structured reasoning. 

Client-ready Storytelling & Deliverables 

• Create high-quality presentations and reports that are crisp, structured, and executive-ready. 

• Communicate key facts, trends, and implications through systematic reports, scheduled presentations, and ad-hoc analyses. 

• Maintain high standards for written and visual output quality — clarity, precision, and polish. 

Stakeholder & Partner Coordination 

• Provide direction to external agencies and internal resources supporting research programs and analysis. 

• Coordinate inputs, manage timelines, and ensure high-quality delivery with strong follow-through. 

Business Development & Practice Development 

• Support business development by preparing project/work proposals and pitch modules. 

• Contribute to practice assets — frameworks, reusable research modules, and knowledge collateral. 

• Collaborate closely with team members to ensure superior deliverables and consistent quality. 

What You Bring 

Qualifications & Experience 

• Bachelor’s degree (Engineering) from a top-tier university; MBA/PGDM preferred. 

• Experience in consulting, strategy, research, or analysis-heavy roles is preferred (years not specified in the source JD). 

Key Skills 

• Excellent business writing, verbal communication, and presentation skills. 

• Strong research, analytical, and numerical skills. 

• Ability to develop and articulate strategic recommendations grounded in rigorous data analysis. 

• High proficiency in MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word). 

• Extremely detail-oriented with high standards for written and visual presentation quality. 

• Strong interpersonal skills and comfort working in timeline-driven, high-pressure environments. 

• Self-driven, high energy, proactive, and comfortable in a fast-growing setup. 

What Success Looks Like

• Workstreams delivered end-to-end with strong ownership, predictable execution, and minimal rework. 

• Insights that are data-backed, structured, and clearly tied to client decisions and recommendations. 

• Client-ready deliverables that are crisp, polished, and consistently high quality. 

• Strong trust with Project Leads and Managers through responsiveness, rigor, and output reliability. 

• Visible contribution to proposal work and reusable practice assets that improve speed and quality at scale. 

If you enjoy owning analysis-heavy workstreams, turning research into sharp strategic insights, and producing consulting-grade narratives that influence real client decisions — this role offers a steep learning curve and meaningful 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.