Job Description
Join our visionary team as a 2026 Futurist Strategist and help shape tomorrow's landscape today. We're seeking an innovative thinker to lead horizon-scanning initiatives, decode emerging trends, and architect transformative strategies for our 2026 roadmap. This role blends cutting-edge research with executive collaboration to position our organization at the forefront of industry evolution.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify disruptive forces impacting 2026 business landscapes
- Develop strategic frameworks for long-term planning incorporating technological, social, and economic shifts
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to integrate futurist insights into corporate strategy
- Lead cross-functional innovation workshops to co-create future-focused solutions
- Author compelling foresight reports and presentations for stakeholder audiences
- Monitor and evaluate global megatrends affecting industry trajectory through 2030
- Build and maintain an ecosystem of futurist thought leaders and domain experts
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Business Innovation, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurism roles
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Exceptional communication skills with executive-level presentation experience
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech) societal impacts
- Experience leading cross-functional teams through complex strategic initiatives
- Portfolio demonstrating foresight projects with measurable business impact
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Futures Studies preferred