Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our 2026 strategic roadmap, driving innovation across emerging technologies and market trends. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to position our company as a global leader in the next technological revolution.
As a key member of our executive strategy team, you'll collaborate with cross-functional leaders to identify disruptive opportunities, anticipate societal shifts, and develop actionable frameworks for sustainable growth. If you're passionate about shaping the future and thrive in dynamic, forward-thinking environments, this is your moment to make history.
Responsibilities
- Lead comprehensive horizon scanning to identify emerging technologies and market paradigms through 2026
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks and scenario-planning models for long-term business resilience
- Partner with R&D and product teams to integrate future insights into innovation pipelines
- Deliver executive briefings and stakeholder communications on emerging risks and opportunities
- Establish thought leadership through whitepapers, industry panels, and predictive analytics
- Oversee cross-functional initiatives to align organizational capabilities with future demands
- Mentor junior futurists and cultivate a culture of anticipatory intelligence
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused leadership
- Proven track record of developing and implementing 5+ year strategic roadmaps
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech, etc.)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Exceptional data storytelling and predictive modeling capabilities
- Experience with scenario planning and risk-mitigation frameworks
- Strong network within innovation ecosystems and think tanks
- Certification in Foresight methodologies (e.g., CFM, APF) preferred