Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality as a 2026 Futurist Strategist at FutureWorks Inc.
We're seeking a visionary leader to decode emerging trends and architect our future roadmap. You'll analyze technological shifts, societal transformations, and market disruptions to develop actionable strategies that position us at the forefront of innovation. This role requires a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to navigate the complexities of 2026 and beyond.
Join our cross-functional innovation lab where you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global thought leaders. Your insights will directly influence product development, market entry strategies, and long-term organizational resilience. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and business strategy, this is your moment to define the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies, geopolitical shifts, and cultural trends to identify strategic opportunities for 2026
- Develop scenario-based forecasting models and risk assessments for long-term business planning
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate futuristic insights into actionable product roadmaps
- Author thought leadership publications and executive briefings on future industry landscapes
- Build and maintain an ecosystem of futurists, academics, and industry pioneers
- Integrate foresight methodologies into corporate innovation processes
- Advise leadership on adaptive strategies for rapid technological and societal change
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurism with Fortune 500 exposure
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and trend analysis methodologies
- Proven track record of translating future insights into market-leading products
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling skills for complex concepts
- Deep understanding of AI, biotech, climate tech, and Web3 ecosystems
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., Association of Professional Futurists)