Job Description
Join NextGen Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our innovation roadmap for the next decade. This pivotal role demands radical foresight to transform disruptive concepts into market-defining strategies.
As a cornerstone of our executive team, you'll collaborate with industry pioneers to anticipate technological, social, and economic shifts. We offer a dynamic environment where your insights directly shape products that will redefine industries by 2026.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends to identify high-impact opportunities through 2026
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for emerging technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable business strategies
- Produce executive briefings on disruptive market shifts and competitive threats
- Build strategic partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Mentor junior strategists in advanced trend analysis methodologies
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Proven track record of translating trend analysis into commercial success
- Expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning techniques
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional communication skills for executive and technical audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating published foresight work or strategic frameworks