Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations as we architect tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary Future Strategist to navigate the transformative horizon of 2026. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical precision and creative foresight to identify emerging paradigms, develop actionable roadmaps, and position our organization at the vanguard of technological and societal evolution. Collaborate with C-suite executives to shape multi-year strategies that anticipate market shifts, regulatory impacts, and disruptive innovations. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and long-term planning, this is your moment to define the future.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify disruptive trends and emerging technologies through 2026
- Develop strategic frameworks for market positioning and competitive advantage in future economies
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for C-suite executives and board members
- Produce annual 'Future Outlook' reports with data-driven risk assessments and opportunity analyses
- Establish cross-functional innovation labs to prototype future-facing solutions
- Advise on regulatory compliance and ethical implications of emerging technologies
- Represent the company at global futurist conferences and thought leadership forums
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Technology Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- Minimum 8 years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven track record of developing multi-year strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and systemic thinking methodologies
- Deep knowledge of emerging technologies: AI, quantum computing, biotech, and climate tech
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive-level communication abilities
- Published thought leadership in futurism or strategic innovation (required)
- Experience with futures research tools (e.g., Delphi method, causal layered analysis)