Prophet
Associate
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“Associate at Prophet. Skills: Business understanding, Customer understanding, Growth strategy, Transformation strategy. Gain understanding of client's business. Gain understanding of customer base”
Industry & Context.
Critical thinking; Problem solving; Creative thinking; Formulate hypotheses
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Postgraduate experience, Relevant industry experience, Critical thinking capabilities, Problem solving skills, Creative thinking, Superior communication skills, Proficiency in German, Proficiency in English
Nice to Have
Experience with a leading business firm, Experience with a leading brand firm, Experience with a leading digital strategy firm, Familiarity with AI tools, AI strategy experience, AI implementation experience, Exposure to GenAI applications
What You'll Do.
Gain understanding of client's business
Gain understanding of customer base
Understand client growth
Understand market conditions impact
Collaborate on multidisciplinary teams
Answer strategic customer questions
Answer growth questions
Answer transformation questions
Conduct primary research
Conduct secondary research
Engage in problem-solving sessions
Present recommendations
Contribute to internal initiatives
Drive Prophet culture
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Multidisciplinary teams; Internal senior leaders; Clients; Firm colleagues
Communication Scope
Verbal communication; Written communication; Present insightful recommendations; Present actionable recommendations
Full Job Description
ROLE: Associate LOCATION: Zurich ABOUT THE ROLE Great work starts with a great foundation. And that foundation lies in the hands of our Associates. They dive into every detail of the business, working to gain an understanding of our clients, their growth aspirations, and what drives their customers. Associates work with everyone in the firm, collaborating with colleagues across the organization. On any given project, you’ll interact with clients, Partners, Designers, Insights Specialists, Content Strategists, and many others from our rich multidisciplinary bench. The Associate role is organized to cultivate a true understanding of our approach to consulting and develop the skills to get it done. Our Associates make great work possible. YOUR DAY TO DAY While every day will be different, you can expect to: Gain a deep understanding of our client’s business and customer base, understanding how our clients grow and what market conditions (digital trends, shifting customer needs, etc.) may impact that growth and transformation Collaborate on multidisciplinary teams to help answer key strategic customer, growth, and transformation questions, through brand, marketing, and digital strategies, for Fortune 500 companies. Help conduct primary and secondary research and analyze data; engage in creative problem-solving sessions to formulate hypotheses Share your point of view and present insightful and actionable recommendations to internal senior leaders and our clients Contribute to internal initiatives within the firm including IP development, marketing, training, and ongoing educational sessions. Drive Prophet culture at the local office level through events such as: class gatherings, office wide social outings, and holiday celebrations. WHAT WE LOOK FOR Relevant experience: Postgraduate experience ideally with a leading business, brand, or digital strategy firm, or with relevant industry experience. Well-developed critical thinking capabilities, problem solving skills, an
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