Job Description
Join InnovateNext Solutions at the forefront of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Strategic Planner to shape our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This role requires a forward-thinking innovator who can decode emerging trends, design adaptive strategies, and lead cross-functional teams toward breakthrough solutions. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business transformation, this is your opportunity to define the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, climate tech, bioengineering) to identify disruptive opportunities for 2026 market positioning
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for enterprise resilience in volatile future landscapes
- Lead cross-functional workshops to co-create 5-year innovation roadmaps with C-suite stakeholders
- Author strategic whitepapers on future-proofing business models for industry conferences
- Partner with R&D to prototype next-gen solutions aligned with 2026 societal needs
- Monitor horizon scanning reports and synthesize actionable insights for executive decision-making
- Mentor junior strategists in futures thinking methodologies and trend analysis
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Planning, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years experience in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or corporate strategy
- Proven track record of developing and implementing future-ready business strategies
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and systems thinking frameworks
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional storytelling and presentation skills for executive audiences
- Published thought leadership in futurism or strategy publications
- Experience leading cross-functional teams through complex transformation initiatives