Job Description
Join Nexus Forward Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategy Director to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This role merges foresight research with actionable strategy, driving our position as industry pioneers. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to identify emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions that will redefine our industry by 2026. We offer a dynamic environment where your insights directly shape billion-dollar decisions.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify disruptive forces impacting 2026+ business landscapes
- Develop strategic frameworks for long-term innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 technological and societal projections
- Present actionable foresight findings to executive leadership and cross-functional teams
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and think tanks for cutting-edge research
- Design scenario-planning models for potential futures through 2030
- Mentor junior strategists in future-focused methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, innovation management, or futurist research
- Proven track record of developing and implementing 5+ year strategic roadmaps
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Published thought leadership on future trends or scenario planning
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Business Strategy, or related field
- Experience with foresight methodologies (Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- Exceptional storytelling skills for complex future scenarios