Job Description
Step into the future with Nexus Horizons, where innovation meets foresight. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our roadmap for 2026 and beyond. Join our elite team at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business transformation as we redefine what's possible in the next decade.
This role demands a rare blend of analytical rigor and creative vision. You'll decode emerging trends, anticipate paradigm shifts, and translate complex futures into actionable strategies that position Nexus Horizons at the vanguard of industry evolution. If you thrive at the bleeding edge of what's next, this is your moment to shape tomorrow.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, biotech, climate resilience) to identify disruptive opportunities for 2026 landscape
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for multi-industry convergence points
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed future insights into product roadmaps
- Author quarterly 'Horizon Scan' reports for C-suite and board stakeholders
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Design strategic experiments to validate future business models
- Mentor junior futurists and build foresight capabilities across teams
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial outcomes
- Expertise in trend analysis methodologies (e.g., horizon scanning, Delphi technique)
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Exceptional storytelling abilities for complex future scenarios
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., from AC/FS or foresight academy)