Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality today. InnovateNext Global seeks a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to architect our roadmap for 2026. This pivotal role demands a forward-thinking leader who thrives at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market evolution. Join our elite team to decode emerging trends, design transformative solutions, and position our organization as the undisputed pioneer of the next technological revolution.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026
- Develop and publish annual 'Future State' whitepapers with actionable strategic recommendations
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to embed future-proofing principles into corporate strategy
- Design and facilitate scenario-planning workshops for cross-functional leadership teams
- Establish KPI frameworks to track future-readiness across innovation pipelines
- Represent the organization at global futurism conferences and thought leadership forums
- Mentor a dedicated team of futurist analysts to ensure cutting-edge research quality
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Innovation, or related field
- 8+ years of experience in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of predicting market shifts with 90%+ accuracy (portfolio required)
- Expertise in scenario modeling, trend analysis, and systems thinking methodologies
- Exceptional storytelling skills to translate complex future concepts into compelling narratives
- Deep familiarity with exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Published thought leadership in top-tier industry publications (examples required)