Job Description
Join InnovateNext Solutions as our pioneering 2026 Futurist Strategist and shape the future of tomorrow. We seek a visionary thinker to decode emerging trends, develop forward-looking roadmaps, and drive innovation across our organization. This high-impact role blends cutting-edge research with strategic execution to position us at the forefront of technological and societal evolution. If you thrive at the intersection of foresight, strategy, and disruption, this is your moment.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts by 2026
- Develop evidence-based strategic frameworks and innovation roadmaps for executive leadership
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-focused solutions and validate market viability
- Present compelling future scenarios to C-suite executives and board stakeholders
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and industry disruptors
- Author thought leadership publications on emerging futures and strategic adaptation
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or trend analysis roles
- Proven track record of translating future insights into actionable business strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning, systems thinking, and disruptive technology assessment
- Exceptional presentation skills with experience influencing executive decision-making
- Published author or speaker at global innovation/futures conferences
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (e.g., Delphi, STEEP, cross-impact analysis)