Job Description
Join FutureWorks Innovations as we pioneer the next frontier of human potential. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to architect our roadmap for the coming decade. This premier role demands a blend of foresight, innovation, and strategic execution to position us at the forefront of emerging technologies and societal shifts. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop transformative frameworks while leading cross-functional teams through complex future-state implementations. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and exponential change, this is your moment to shape tomorrow.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026 strategic roadmaps for emerging tech adoption (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Conduct horizon-scanning research to identify disruptive trends and market opportunities
- Lead scenario-planning initiatives for global systemic risks and black swan events
- Architect innovation frameworks for organizational transformation and future-proofing
- Present strategic futures to stakeholders through compelling data visualizations and narratives
- Mentor leadership teams in exponential thinking and adaptive strategy methodologies
- Oversee implementation of pilot programs for 2026-ready technologies and processes
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years in strategic planning or innovation leadership at Fortune 500 level
- Proven expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and systemic risk modeling
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional storytelling skills with data visualization capabilities
- Certification in futures methodologies (e.g., from Association of Professional Futurists)
- Portfolio demonstrating successful 5-10 year strategic foresight implementations
- Experience leading cross-cultural, cross-disciplinary innovation teams