Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, architect next-generation business models, and lead our innovation roadmap through 2026 and beyond. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor, creative foresight, and executive-level storytelling to shape our organization's future trajectory.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify paradigm shifts in technology, consumer behavior, and market dynamics. Your insights will directly influence product development, investment strategies, and organizational evolution in an era of unprecedented change.
Responsibilities
- Scan horizon for disruptive technologies and market shifts through 2026
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for long-term planning
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable initiatives
- Produce annual Future State reports for executive decision-making
- Identify and secure partnerships with emerging tech pioneers
- Quantify market opportunities for board-level investment proposals
- Mentor innovation teams in future-proofing methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Business Strategy, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight or innovation consulting
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning
- Published thought leadership in emerging tech or business transformation
- Proficiency with AI/ML forecasting tools and data visualization platforms
- Exceptional executive communication and stakeholder management
- Portfolio demonstrating impact from strategic foresight projects
- Global mindset with exposure to diverse cultural and market contexts