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 cons…