Job Description
Join InnovateNext Solutions as a Futurist Strategic Planner to architect the business landscape of 2026. We're seeking visionary thinkers to decode emerging technologies, market shifts, and societal trends that will define the next decade. This role blends data-driven analysis with creative foresight to shape our client's long-term innovation roadmap. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies, transforming complex scenarios into actionable strategies that drive sustainable growth.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends, disruptive technologies, and demographic shifts to forecast 2026 market opportunities
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for clients in AI, biotech, and sustainable energy sectors
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-proof business models
- Produce high-impact visualizations and reports translating foresight into executive decision-making
- Build and maintain a proprietary trend intelligence database using AI-driven analytics
- Mentor junior strategists in futurist methodologies and strategic foresight principles
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Futures Studies, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic planning, consulting, or innovation roles with Fortune 500 exposure
- Expertise in horizon scanning, scenario planning, and trend analysis frameworks
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and AI trend-prediction platforms
- Published thought leadership on future-of-work or sustainable technology topics
- Strong network with futurist communities and academic research institutions
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from the Association of Professional Futurists)