Job Description
Join InnovateCorp at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation as we seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect our roadmap for the next frontier of innovation. In this pivotal role, you'll decode emerging trends, anticipate disruptive shifts, and design strategies that position us as industry leaders in the rapidly evolving landscape of 2026 and beyond. Collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and translate foresight into actionable business initiatives that redefine markets.
We offer a dynamic environment where your insights will directly shape our $2B innovation portfolio, work alongside Nobel laureates and Silicon Valley pioneers, and access cutting-edge research facilities. This is your opportunity to build the future, not just predict it.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify disruptive technologies and market shifts impacting 2026
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks and scenario-planning models for long-term business resilience
- Collaborate with R&D, product, and investment teams to prioritize innovation pipelines
- Present visionary insights to executive stakeholders and board members through compelling narratives
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions, think tanks, and global innovation networks
- Design and facilitate innovation workshops to embed future-thinking across organizational DNA
- Author annual 'Future State' reports and thought leadership content positioning InnovateCorp as an industry visionary
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, futurism, or innovation leadership with Fortune 500 exposure
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercialized products or market shifts
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal megatrends
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Management, or related field required
- Exceptional data storytelling skills with proficiency in visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)
- Certification in Futures Methodology (e.g., CFtp) or strategic foresight methodologies preferred
- Experience leading cross-functional teams across global markets and diverse stakeholder ecosystems
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry publications