Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative strategies for 2026 and beyond. This role blends deep technological foresight with business acumen, shaping how organizations navigate exponential change. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and pioneer frameworks that turn future possibilities into market leadership. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your opportunity to define the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis across AI, biotech, quantum computing, and sustainable systems
- Develop future-ready innovation roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients
- Facilitate strategic workshops with executive teams to embed foresight into business planning
- Author thought leadership reports and scenario planning frameworks for 2026+ landscapes
- Build and manage a global network of futurists and domain experts
- Translate complex future scenarios into actionable product and service strategies
- Drive internal R&D initiatives in emerging tech verticals
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, innovation, or futures research
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial impact
- Expertise in scenario planning and strategic foresight methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional storytelling and executive communication skills
- Certification in Foresight or Innovation Management preferred
- Experience working with C-suite across diverse industries