Job Description
Join Nexus Futures at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect pathways to 2026. This role blends deep technological foresight with actionable business strategy, driving our clients through unprecedented change. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies, shaping futures where AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology converge.
Why Nexus Futures? We're a boutique consultancy pioneering the future of industries. Our team includes Nobel laureates, ex-Google X lab directors, and serial entrepreneurs. We offer unparalleled exposure to cutting-edge projects and a culture that celebrates intellectual curiosity.
Responsibilities
- Map emerging technology landscapes and identify paradigm-shifting opportunities through 2026
- Develop scenario-based strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients across healthcare, finance, and manufacturing
- Lead foresight workshops with executive teams to translate future insights into actionable business plans
- Build and maintain proprietary trend intelligence database using proprietary AI analytics
- Present findings to C-suite and board members with compelling visual narratives
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-facing solutions
- Author thought leadership pieces published in Harvard Business Review and MIT Tech Review
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategy consulting or corporate innovation with Fortune 500 exposure
- Expertise in at least two of: quantum computing, synthetic biology, AGI ethics, or quantum AI
- Published research in peer-reviewed journals or major industry publications
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (e.g., Delphi, Horizon Scanning, Cross-Impact Matrix)
- Experience with strategic scenario planning frameworks
- Track record of delivering multi-year transformational strategies