Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our 2026 strategic roadmap and drive transformative change. This pivotal role combines deep technological foresight with actionable business strategy, positioning our company as an industry leader in emerging markets. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global partners to decode disruptive trends and translate them into scalable opportunities. Our culture champions bold thinking, agile execution, and impact-driven leadership.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify breakthrough technologies reshaping 2026 landscapes
- Develop innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term business objectives and market disruptions
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops to embed foresight into product development cycles
- Present strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders and board members
- Build and manage a network of futurists, academics, and industry pioneers
- Quantify future market opportunities and competitive implications
- Drive organizational adoption of future-ready mindsets and methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years experience in innovation strategy, technology forecasting, or futurism
- Proven track record translating future trends into executable business strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning, Delphi methods, and horizon scanning frameworks
- Exceptional communication skills for complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation journals
- Proficiency with AI/ML tools for trend analysis and predictive modeling
- Experience scaling innovation initiatives across global enterprises