Senior Intranet Lead
Zs Associates, Chicago, IL, United States
Senior Lead, Intranet Technology & Experience
We are seeking a Senior Lead to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering our next-generation intranet. Reporting to the Web Manager, this role sits at the intersection of technology, user experience, and internal communications, with a strong emphasis on building scalable, well‑integrated digital foundations that enable great employee experiences.
This is a hands‑on role ideal for someone who thrives on solving complex integration challenges, modernizing platforms, and translating technical decisions into seamless, intuitive experiences for employees.
What You’ll Do
Lead the design and evolution of the intranet’s technical architecture, ensuring scalability, performance, and security
Collaborate with UX, content, and communications leads to translate employee needs into technical solutions
Define integration patterns and standards across enterprise systems (e.g., M365, identity management, search, content repositories)
Partner with IT and security teams to ensure compliance with enterprise technology standards
Own the technical connections between the intranet and the firm’s digital ecosystem
Ensure seamless data flows, consistent user identity, and intuitive cross‑platform experiences
Anticipate future integration needs and design with extensibility in mind
Champion performance, accessibility, and reliability as core components of employee experience
Troubleshoot and resolve complex platform or integration issues that impact users
Lead technical delivery across intranet enhancements and releases
Evaluate and recommend tools, frameworks, and vendors to support intranet evolution
Establish best practices for documentation, technical governance, and long‑term maintainability
Create strong governance frameworks that keep content relevant at scale
What You’ll Bring
10+ years of experience in marketing & communications technology
User‑first thinker who believes good architecture enables great experiences
Strong experience in digital platforms, intranets, or enterprise web ecosystems. Experience with Microsoft systems including SharePoint, Viva Engage, Co‑Pilot preferred.
Strong executive presence and ability to influence stakeholders at all levels to get excited about engaging with the platform
Deep understanding of system integrations, APIs, identity, search, and content platforms
Comfort translating between technical teams and non‑technical stakeholders
Pragmatic problem‑solver who knows when to innovate and when to standardize
Collaborative partner who enjoys working across IT, internal communications, and business teams
Experience working within large, complex organizations
Experiene managing people
Curious, adaptable, and motivated by building things that people actually use
Fluency in English
Client‑first mentality
Intense work ethic
Collaborative spirit and problem‑solving approach
Perks & Benefits
At ZS, your growth matters. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that supports your health and well‑being, financial future, time away, and professional development. With robust skills‑building programs, multiple career progression paths, internal mobility, and a deeply collaborative culture, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, expand your capabilities, and thrive as part of a global community. For details on total rewards in United States, visit ZS US office locations | ZS.
Hybrid working model
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.
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.
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We are seeking a Senior Lead to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering our next-generation intranet. Reporting to the Web Manager, this role sits at the intersection of technology, user experience, and internal communications, with a strong emphasis on building scalable, well‑integrated digital foundations that enable great employee experiences.
This is a hands‑on role ideal for someone who thrives on solving complex integration challenges, modernizing platforms, and translating technical decisions into seamless, intuitive experiences for employees.
What You’ll Do
Lead the design and evolution of the intranet’s technical architecture, ensuring scalability, performance, and security
Collaborate with UX, content, and communications leads to translate employee needs into technical solutions
Define integration patterns and standards across enterprise systems (e.g., M365, identity management, search, content repositories)
Partner with IT and security teams to ensure compliance with enterprise technology standards
Own the technical connections between the intranet and the firm’s digital ecosystem
Ensure seamless data flows, consistent user identity, and intuitive cross‑platform experiences
Anticipate future integration needs and design with extensibility in mind
Champion performance, accessibility, and reliability as core components of employee experience
Troubleshoot and resolve complex platform or integration issues that impact users
Lead technical delivery across intranet enhancements and releases
Evaluate and recommend tools, frameworks, and vendors to support intranet evolution
Establish best practices for documentation, technical governance, and long‑term maintainability
Create strong governance frameworks that keep content relevant at scale
What You’ll Bring
10+ years of experience in marketing & communications technology
User‑first thinker who believes good architecture enables great experiences
Strong experience in digital platforms, intranets, or enterprise web ecosystems. Experience with Microsoft systems including SharePoint, Viva Engage, Co‑Pilot preferred.
Strong executive presence and ability to influence stakeholders at all levels to get excited about engaging with the platform
Deep understanding of system integrations, APIs, identity, search, and content platforms
Comfort translating between technical teams and non‑technical stakeholders
Pragmatic problem‑solver who knows when to innovate and when to standardize
Collaborative partner who enjoys working across IT, internal communications, and business teams
Experience working within large, complex organizations
Experiene managing people
Curious, adaptable, and motivated by building things that people actually use
Fluency in English
Client‑first mentality
Intense work ethic
Collaborative spirit and problem‑solving approach
Perks & Benefits
At ZS, your growth matters. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that supports your health and well‑being, financial future, time away, and professional development. With robust skills‑building programs, multiple career progression paths, internal mobility, and a deeply collaborative culture, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, expand your capabilities, and thrive as part of a global community. For details on total rewards in United States, visit ZS US office locations | ZS.
Hybrid working model
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.
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.
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