Job Description
Join FutureWorks Global as we pioneer the next frontier of human innovation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative strategies for tomorrow's world. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business innovation, where your insights will shape how organizations navigate the coming decade. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies to develop actionable roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. Our culture rewards intellectual curiosity, embraces calculated risk-taking, and fosters unparalleled autonomy for thought leaders.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions to identify 2026-2030 opportunity landscapes
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for organizations facing 2026's unique challenges and opportunities
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-proofing strategies
- Produce trend reports and white papers that become industry benchmarks for 2026 preparedness
- Advise executive clients on innovation investments and R&D prioritization for 2026 market leadership
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and industry disruptors
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused leadership
- Proven track record of developing actionable 5-10 year strategic roadmaps
- Deep expertise in at least three 2026-relevant domains: AI ethics, quantum computing, biotech, or climate resilience
- Exceptional storytelling ability to translate complex futures into compelling narratives
- Experience advising C-suite executives on transformational change
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent field
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed futurism journals or top-tier business platforms