Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality today as a 2026 Futurist Strategist at FutureWorks Inc. We're seeking a visionary innovator to architect our next-generation roadmap and position our organization at the forefront of emerging trends. This pivotal role demands forward-thinking expertise to decode technological shifts, societal evolutions, and market disruptions that will redefine industries by 2026.
In this high-impact position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to translate foresight into actionable strategies, ensuring our innovations anticipate rather than react to future landscapes. Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and business strategy, driving initiatives that position us as industry pioneers.
Join our award-winning innovation hub in downtown San Francisco, where your insights will directly influence multi-billion-dollar decisions and shape products used by millions worldwide. We offer unparalleled growth opportunities, competitive compensation, and a culture that celebrates bold thinking.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify disruptive technologies and market shifts impacting 2026
- Develop scenario-planning models for strategic decision-making under uncertainty
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-focused solutions and validate market readiness
- Present strategic roadmaps to executive stakeholders with quantifiable impact projections
- Establish cross-functional innovation labs to accelerate future-proof initiatives
- Monitor global regulatory and societal changes affecting long-term business strategy
- Author thought leadership publications on emerging trends and their business implications
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years experience in strategic planning, trend analysis, or futurism at Fortune 500 companies
- Proven expertise in scenario planning, systems thinking, and predictive analytics
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Exceptional communication skills translating complex concepts to diverse audiences
- Certification in foresight methodologies (e.g., SWOT, STEEPLE, Delphi)
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future-focused strategy implementations
- Ability to travel internationally for trend research and stakeholder engagements