Job Description
Join InnovateNext Global as we shape tomorrow's reality today. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to lead our 2026 horizon-planning initiatives. This role demands a forward-thinker who can decode emerging trends, anticipate paradigm shifts, and translate foresight into actionable business strategies. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to future-proof our organization while driving innovation across AI, biotech, and sustainable ecosystems.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics. You'll spearhead research initiatives, build predictive models, and develop strategic roadmaps that position us as industry pioneers for 2026 and beyond. This is your opportunity to redefine what's possible.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning for emerging technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026+ landscapes
- Develop predictive models and scenario-planning frameworks for long-term business strategy
- Collaborate with R&D teams to align innovation roadmaps with future market needs
- Present future-state insights to executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders
- Author thought leadership publications on emerging trends and disruption vectors
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and industry pioneers
- Drive strategic initiatives in AI ethics, sustainable tech, and human augmentation
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, futurism, or technology forecasting
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Proven track record of developing future-ready business strategies
- Deep expertise in AI, biotechnology, climate tech, and digital transformation
- Exceptional storytelling skills for translating complex futures into narratives
- Experience with scenario planning tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis)
- Published thought leader in futurism or innovation strategy
- Strong quantitative and qualitative research capabilities