Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to architect our next-generation roadmap in the rapidly evolving technological landscape. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to shape our organization's trajectory through 2026 and beyond.
As a key member of our executive strategy team, you'll leverage emerging technologies, market trends, and socio-economic shifts to identify disruptive opportunities. You'll collaborate with cross-functional leaders to develop actionable frameworks that position FutureWorks as an industry pioneer. The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity and possesses an uncanny ability to connect disparate dots into coherent strategic narratives.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global tech trends, regulatory shifts, and market dynamics to forecast 2026 industry landscape
- Develop scenario-based strategic models for product innovation and market expansion
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-oriented initiatives
- Produce executive briefings and visual roadmaps for C-suite decision-making
- Identify emerging technologies requiring strategic investment or partnership
- Monitor geopolitical and sustainability factors influencing long-term business viability
- Establish KPIs to track strategic execution and adaptability to changing conditions
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, consulting, or futurist role with Fortune 500 experience
- Expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech convergence)
- Proven track record of translating future scenarios into executable business strategies
- Advanced degree in Economics, Business, or Technology with futurism certification
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling capabilities for complex concepts
- Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks governing emerging technologies
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed futurist or strategy journals
- Experience with strategic foresight frameworks (e.g., horizon scanning, Delphi method)