Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our roadmap for the next paradigm shift. This role blends technological foresight with human-centric innovation to position our brand as the definitive thought leader in post-2025 ecosystems. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to translate future scenarios into actionable strategies, ensuring we pioneer solutions before markets even realize they exist.
Responsibilities
- Anticipate and map global technological, social, and economic shifts through horizon scanning and predictive modeling
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for 2026+ market landscapes across AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align product roadmaps with future consumer behaviors
- Produce trend reports and white papers published in industry-leading journals
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Mentor junior futurists and build an internal foresight capability
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Futures Studies, Technology Strategy, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or trend analysis
- Published thought leadership on 2020s technological disruption
- Expertise in scenario modeling tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis)
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, biotech, quantum)
- Experience advising Fortune 500 boards on long-term strategy
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful future-focused initiatives