Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc. as a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist and help shape tomorrow's innovations today. This pivotal role requires a forward-thinking leader to analyze emerging technologies, market shifts, and societal trends that will redefine industries by 2026. You'll develop strategic roadmaps that position our organization at the forefront of innovation, ensuring we're not just adapting to the future but actively creating it.
As a key member of our executive strategy team, you'll collaborate with R&D, product development, and marketing to integrate future-focused insights into actionable plans. This is your opportunity to make a tangible impact on how businesses evolve in the coming years.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon-scanning research on emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and their 2026 market implications
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks to identify disruptive opportunities and risks
- Design and lead cross-functional innovation sprints focused on future product/service concepts
- Present executive-level strategic briefings with data-driven future scenarios
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Create annual 'Future State' reports for board stakeholders
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist roles
- Proven track record of developing future-ready business strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Exceptional storytelling and executive communication skills
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their trajectories