Decision Analytics Associate

ZS • Thousand Oaks, CA

5h • Hybrid

About The Position

ZS's Insights & Analytics group partners with clients to design and deliver solutions for a broad range of business challenges. Teams work on multiple projects simultaneously, using advanced data analytics, rigorous research, and problem-solving techniques to develop recommendations and solutions. The Decision Analytics Associate develops and applies statistical models, uses data to guide decisions, and designs custom analyses to investigate client needs. The role also involves communicating findings, supporting client relationships and project delivery, improving problem-solving capabilities, and mentoring Associates. The position is hybrid, combining work from home with on-site work at client or ZS offices for most of the week. Client-facing employees should be prepared to travel as needed. Candidates must have completed their degree and be available to start full-time employment in 2026. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship; applicants must have U.S. work authorization that will not require employer sponsorship now or in the future. An online application and a full set of official or unofficial transcripts are required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or master's degree in any discipline, with a strong record of academic success in quantitative and analytic coursework such as operations research, applied mathematics, management science, data science, statistics, econometrics, or engineering.
• Must have completed the degree and be available to start full-time employment in 2026.
• Up to 3 years of relevant post-collegiate job experience.
• Fluency in English.
• Knowledge of programming, for example Java, Python, or R.
• Demonstrated proficiency in a programming language or analytic tool such as R, SAS, Tableau, or VBA.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• High motivation, good work ethic, maturity, and personal initiative.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Empathy, adaptability, and emotional intelligence.
• Strong attention to detail and a quality-focused mindset.
• Self-discipline in planning and organizing tasks.
• Aptitude for and enjoyment of teamwork.
• Client-first mentality, collaborative spirit, and problem-solving approach.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to tools and platforms such as the Hadoop ecosystem and database systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply advanced statistical models to help clients understand dynamic business issues.
• Use analytic techniques and data to guide client and ZS team decision-making.
• Design custom analyses using R, Tableau, SAS, Visual Basic, and Excel to investigate and inform client needs.
• Synthesize and communicate results to clients and ZS teams through oral and written presentations.
• Develop client relationships and serve as a key point of contact for aspects of projects.
• Provide project status updates to clients and ZS teams.
• Create project deliverables and implement solutions.
• Advance problem-solving skills and improve ZS's capabilities.
• Guide and mentor Associates on teams.

Benefits

• Comprehensive total rewards package supporting health and well-being, financial future, time away, and professional development.
• Skills-building programs.
• Multiple career progression paths and internal mobility opportunities.
• Flexible and connected hybrid working model.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level