Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our roadmap for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical prowess and creative foresight to shape our next-generation products, services, and market positioning.
In this dynamic position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to decode emerging technological and societal trends. Your strategic insights will directly influence our innovation pipeline, ensuring we stay ahead of disruption and capitalize on paradigm-shifting opportunities. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market evolution, this is your moment to define the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global technology, economic, and cultural trends to forecast market shifts through 2030
- Develop comprehensive innovation roadmaps aligned with company vision and stakeholder objectives
- Lead cross-functional workshops to ideate breakthrough solutions for emerging challenges
- Present strategic recommendations to executive leadership with data-backed scenarios
- Establish KPIs and frameworks for measuring long-term innovation success
- Forge strategic partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Author thought leadership publications on future-facing business strategies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years of experience in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or trend analysis
- Proven track record of developing and executing multi-year innovation roadmaps
- Expertise in scenario planning, systems thinking, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep knowledge of emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal megatrends
- Exceptional storytelling skills with ability to translate complex insights into actionable strategies
- Experience advising C-suite executives in Fortune 500 or high-growth tech companies