Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our 2026 roadmap. In this pivotal role, you'll bridge cutting-edge research with actionable business strategy, positioning our organization as a global innovation leader.
As a key architect of our future, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to anticipate technological disruptions, market shifts, and societal changes. Your insights will directly influence product development, market expansion, and organizational evolution in the rapidly evolving landscape of 2026.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal trends to forecast 2026 market opportunities
- Develop innovation roadmaps aligning with long-term business objectives and sustainability goals
- Lead cross-functional workshops to ideate future-proof products and services
- Establish strategic partnerships with research institutions and tech pioneers
- Present trend insights and strategic recommendations to executive leadership
- Monitor geopolitical shifts and regulatory changes impacting innovation landscapes
- Build quantitative models to assess risk/opportunity scenarios for 2026
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Innovation Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategy consulting or corporate innovation with tech-forward companies
- Proven track record of translating trend analysis into actionable business strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning and futures forecasting methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal impact
- Exceptional communication skills with executive presence
- Portfolio demonstrating published trend analysis or innovation frameworks
- Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) for trend mapping