Job Description
Shape tomorrow's landscape today as InnovateNext Solutions seeks a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist Lead. Join our elite team at the forefront of technological and societal transformation. This pivotal role demands a forward-thinker who will architect our organization's roadmap for 2026 and beyond, leveraging emerging technologies and behavioral trends to drive sustainable growth.
We offer an unparalleled environment where your strategic insights will directly influence multi-billion dollar decisions. Collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation pods, and access cutting-edge research labs. Your work will position us as industry pioneers in AI ethics, climate tech, and human-machine collaboration.
What sets us apart:
- Unlimited PTO and flexible hybrid work arrangements
- $20,000 annual innovation stipend
- Equity in our moonshot ventures
- Personalized executive coaching
Responsibilities
- Architect 2026 strategic vision through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional pods to develop 5-year innovation roadmaps
- Quantify market opportunities using predictive modeling and scenario planning
- Present strategic frameworks to executive board and investor committees
- Partner with R&D to translate foresight into actionable R&D priorities
- Establish KPIs for measuring strategic initiative success
- Curate annual FutureTech Summit for industry thought leadership
Qualifications
- 15+ years in strategic planning, futures research, or C-suite innovation
- Proven track record in forecasting disruptive technologies
- Expertise in systems thinking and complex scenario modeling
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals
- Advanced degree in Futuristics, Strategy, or relevant STEM field
- Proficiency in AI-driven trend analysis tools (e.g., Palantir, Gartner)
- Experience leading $50M+ strategic initiatives
- Global network of futurists and innovation pioneers