Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc. as a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist and help shape tomorrow's landscape today. We're seeking an innovative thinker to decode emerging trends, develop long-term strategic frameworks, and lead cross-functional teams in navigating the future of technology and society. This is your opportunity to make a tangible impact on how businesses adapt to the rapidly evolving 2026 horizon.
At FutureWorks, we foster a culture of bold innovation and intellectual curiosity. Our San Francisco headquarters sits at the epicenter of technological advancement, offering unparalleled access to industry disruptors and thought leaders. You'll collaborate with elite engineers, designers, and business strategists to transform foresight into actionable plans that redefine industry standards.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify disruptive forces impacting 2026 business landscapes
- Develop comprehensive strategic roadmaps for future-proofing organizational operations
- Facilitate executive workshops on future scenario planning and risk mitigation
- Collaborate with R&D teams to translate foresight into innovative product development
- Establish KPIs for measuring strategic adaptation and future readiness
- Present strategic recommendations to C-suite executives and board stakeholders
- Author thought leadership publications on emerging market dynamics
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Futures Studies, Business Strategy, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist roles
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Exceptional cross-functional leadership experience with C-level stakeholders
- Deep understanding of technological convergence (AI, biotech, quantum computing)
- Published thought leadership on future trends or industry disruption
- Strong data storytelling and visualization capabilities
- Experience with strategic foresight tools (e.g., Delphi method, horizon scanning)