Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Group at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our 2026 roadmap. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical business strategy, shaping how organizations adapt to seismic shifts in AI, biotechnology, and sustainable systems. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to transform foresight into actionable plans, ensuring our leadership in the rapidly evolving landscape of 2026.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies and societal trends to map 2026 industry disruptions
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for C-suite decision-making
- Lead cross-functional innovation workshops with R&D and product teams
- Produce annual 'Future State' whitepapers and trend briefings
- Advise on ethical implications of exponential technologies
- Build and maintain a global network of futurist researchers
- Quantify market opportunities in nascent technology sectors
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 5+ years in strategy consulting or corporate innovation roles
- Deep expertise in at least two exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Proven track record of publishing trend analysis in industry journals
- Experience facilitating C-level strategic planning sessions
- Proficiency in scenario planning tools (e.g., Shell Foresight, Trendalyzer)
- Strong public speaking and executive communication skills