Marketing Associate - Project Management

ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it , 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 custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business. Bring your curiosity for learning; bold ideas; courage an d passion to drive life-changing impact to ZS.
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.
Marketing Associate - Project Management
We are seeking an experienced professional to join us as a Marketing Associate - Project Management to join us across our Gurgaon office.
This role plays a foundational part in enabling operational excellence across marketing delivery by ensuring structured workflow execution, cross-functional coordination and process discipline. As part of the Marketing team, this Associate will contribute to the smooth orchestration of marketing projects, helping ensure that work is initiated, tracked and completed efficiently.
The role is designed for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving operational challenges and is motivated by enabling teams to do their best work through reliable systems and processes. As a Marketing Associate, you will work closely with internal stakeholders across content, design, digital, events, brand and communications functions and act as a key liaison during IST hours to maintain continuity and momentum in project execution.
What you'll do:
Workflow Setup & Execution:

• Review incoming project requests and initiate setup in Workfront using appropriate templates.
• Customize project setup based on scope and ensure correct task sequencing and ownership.
• Activate workflows and ensure readiness for execution across involved teams.

Operational Coordination:

• Serve as the first point of contact for project-related queries and issue resolution during IST hours.
• Monitor task progress and ensure timely updates and follow-ups.
• Coordinate with external vendors on outsourced marketing projects to ensure alignment and timely execution.
• Support Workfront admin tasks such as report creation, template updates, etc., under guidance.

Process Compliance & Improvement:

• Ensure adherence to standardized marketing processes and actively support efforts to drive improvements by identifying gaps and participating in solutioning.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain continuity and operational stability across marketing projects.
• Support operational data reporting and analysis to understand project health and other related parameters.

What you'll bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in marketing operations, project coordination, or PMO functions.
• Understanding of marketing projects and productions workflows.
• Familiarity with Workfront (strongly preferred) or similar project management tools.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with high attention to detail.
• Proactive problem-solving skills and a collaborative approach to work.
• Comfortable adjusting working hours to ensure engagement with U.S. team members during IST evening hours.

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.
Travel:
Travel is a requirement at ZS for client facing ZSers; business needs of your project and client are the priority. While some projects may be local, all client-facing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed. Travel provides opportunities to strengthen client relationships, gain diverse experiences, and enhance professional growth by working in different environments and cultures.
Considering applying?
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 integral to your success here. We are committed to building a team that reflects a broad variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Learn more about our inclusion and belonging efforts and the networks ZS supports to assist our ZSers in cultivating community spaces and obtaining the resources they need to thrive.
If you're eager to grow, contribute, and bring your unique self to our work, we encourage you to apply.
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.An on-line application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required to be considered.
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