Job Description
Join our visionary team as a 2026 Strategic Futurist and architect the future of technology and human progress. This pivotal role demands a forward-thinking leader to anticipate global trends, develop innovative frameworks, and guide our organization through transformative change. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional initiatives, and shape strategic roadmaps that position us at the forefront of emerging industries.
We seek a disruptor who thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics. The ideal candidate will translate complex future scenarios into actionable strategies, ensuring our organization remains agile and competitive in an exponentially evolving landscape. This is your opportunity to redefine what's possible.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement strategic foresight frameworks to identify emerging trends and disruptive technologies
- Lead scenario planning initiatives for 2026+ market landscapes and technological disruptions
- Collaborate with R&D teams to incubate breakthrough innovations and future-proof solutions
- Present strategic recommendations to executive leadership and board stakeholders
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and think tanks to pioneer future-focused research
- Design and deliver executive workshops on future literacy and strategic adaptation
- Monitor geopolitical shifts, regulatory changes, and societal transformations impacting long-term strategy
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Strategy, Economics, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Proven expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and technology forecasting
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to translate complex concepts for diverse audiences
- Experience leading cross-functional teams through organizational transformation
- Published thought leadership in future-focused publications or journals
- Proficiency in strategic foresight tools (e.g., Horizon Scanning, Delphi Method)
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)