Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Group at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging technologies and societal shifts, transforming them into actionable business blueprints. This role sits at the intersection of technology forecasting, market analysis, and strategic planning, shaping how organizations prepare for the next decade of disruption.
Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, synthesizes complex data into compelling narratives, and partners with C-suite executives to navigate the future landscape. If you're passionate about quantum computing, AI ethics, biotech convergence, or sustainable urbanism, this is your opportunity to architect tomorrow's success today.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify and analyze disruptive technologies with 2026-2030 impact potential
- Develop scenario-based strategic roadmaps for clients across healthcare, finance, and manufacturing sectors
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-proof business models and operational frameworks
- Deliver executive briefings and future trend reports translating complex foresight into strategic priorities
- Establish cross-industry innovation partnerships with emerging tech startups and research institutions
- Design and facilitate immersive foresight workshops for leadership teams
- Monitor geopolitical and socioeconomic shifts influencing future market landscapes
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 5+ years experience in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or technology trend analysis
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep knowledge of emerging tech domains: quantum computing, synthetic biology, AI governance, or climate tech
- Exceptional storytelling skills with experience presenting to executive audiences
- Strong analytical abilities with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., AC/FS preferred)