Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect our next decade of growth. In this pivotal role, you'll bridge cutting-edge research with actionable business strategy, ensuring our organization thrives in rapidly evolving markets.
As a key member of our executive strategy team, you'll leverage data-driven foresight to identify disruptive technologies, societal shifts, and global opportunities that will shape 2026 and beyond. Your insights will directly influence product innovation, market expansion, and sustainable development initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies, geopolitical trends, and market disruptions to forecast 2026+ landscape
- Develop strategic roadmaps for future-proofing organizational operations and product portfolios
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable business initiatives
- Author quarterly trend reports and scenario-planning frameworks for executive leadership
- Collaborate with R&D teams to integrate future-ready technologies into product development
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and think tanks to expand foresight capabilities
- Present strategic recommendations to C-suite and board stakeholders with compelling narratives
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Futures Studies, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist roles
- Proven track record of translating future trends into successful business strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Strong quantitative and qualitative research skills with data interpretation expertise
- Exceptional communication abilities with executive presence and storytelling mastery
- Deep understanding of AI, biotech, climate tech, and digital transformation trends
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., Association of Professional Futurists) preferred