Job Description
Join our pioneering team as a 2026 Futurist Strategist and shape tomorrow's innovations today. We're seeking a visionary thinker to decode emerging trends, develop forward-looking strategies, and position our company at the forefront of the 2026 landscape. This role blends cutting-edge research with executive leadership to transform foresight into actionable business advantage.
In this high-impact position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to anticipate technological disruptions, market shifts, and societal changes that will redefine industries by 2026. Your strategic insights will drive product development, market entry decisions, and long-term investment priorities across our global portfolio.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify disruptive technologies and market opportunities for 2026
- Develop comprehensive scenario-planning frameworks for strategic decision-making
- Partner with R&D teams to align innovation roadmaps with future market demands
- Present strategic forecasts to executive leadership and board members
- Design and implement future-ready business models and operational strategies
- Represent company at global futurist conferences and industry summits
- Mentor cross-functional teams on future-oriented thinking methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Planning, Futurology, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futurist role
- Proven track record of developing future-focused business strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning
- Strong data storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Deep understanding of AI, biotech, and climate tech trajectories
- Published thought leadership in future studies or innovation journals