Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations as our Senior Futurist Strategist. This pivotal role shapes our 2026 roadmap by analyzing emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions. You'll lead cross-functional teams to translate foresight into actionable strategies, driving competitive advantage in an exponential world.
We seek visionary leaders who thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and business transformation. Your insights will directly influence product development, investment decisions, and organizational adaptation to prepare for the next decade of disruption.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global tech trends, regulatory landscapes, and socio-economic indicators to forecast 2026 market opportunities
- Develop and maintain horizon-scanning frameworks for exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to align strategic initiatives with long-term vision
- Present foresight findings to stakeholders through compelling narratives and data visualizations
- Lead scenario-planning workshops to prepare for disruptive future states
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Document strategic recommendations in comprehensive foresight reports
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Futures Studies, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, innovation management, or futurist research
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial impact
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and systems thinking
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional communication skills for executive-level presentations
- Certification in foresight methodologies (e.g., CFS, CFSP) strongly preferred
- Portfolio published futurist work or thought leadership pieces