Job Description
Join the vanguard of tomorrow's pioneers as our 2026 Futurist Strategist. We seek a visionary architect to decode emerging trends and build actionable roadmaps for industries at the inflection point of transformation. This role demands radical creativity, data-driven foresight, and the ability to translate complex future scenarios into present-day competitive advantages.
Why This Role Matters: As industries converge with AI, quantum computing, and bio-convergence, organizations need navigators who can chart courses through uncertainty. You'll directly shape our 2026 innovation portfolio, ensuring we lead rather than follow the next technological revolution.
Responsibilities
- Forecast industry disruptions and market evolution through 2026 using trend analysis and predictive modeling
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for C-suite executives across Fortune 500 partners
- Lead cross-functional "Future Labs" to prototype solutions for emerging challenges
- Produce annual Horizon Scan reports identifying high-impact opportunities
- Advise on ethical implications of emerging technologies and regulatory landscapes
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists and domain experts
Qualifications
- 5+ years in strategy consulting, innovation management, or futurist research
- Proven expertise in trend analysis (e.g., Gartner Hype Cycle, Deloitte Tech Trends)
- Mastery of scenario planning frameworks (e.g., STEEPLE, Cross-Impact Matrix)
- Advanced data literacy with experience in predictive analytics tools
- Exceptional communication skills translating complex concepts to diverse audiences
- Published thought leadership in future studies or tech strategy
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-proofed initiatives implemented