Job Description
Join FutureWorks Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect the future of technology and human progress. This pivotal role demands forward-thinking expertise to develop roadmaps for emerging technologies, market disruptions, and societal transformations. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research pioneers, and global thought leaders to shape our 5-year strategic vision.
Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, synthesizes complex signals, and translates future possibilities into actionable business strategies. You'll lead scenario planning workshops, identify paradigm-shifting opportunities, and guide organizational adaptation to rapidly evolving technological landscapes. If you're passionate about building tomorrow's solutions today, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 strategic roadmaps for emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech, etc.)
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify disruptive market signals
- Lead cross-functional scenario planning workshops for C-suite executives
- Translate future insights into actionable business strategies and innovation pipelines
- Establish KPIs for measuring strategic adoption and market readiness
- Author thought leadership content on future-of-work and technology evolution
- Advise product development teams on future-proofing product roadmaps
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurism roles
- Proven expertise in emerging technologies and market trend analysis
- Advanced degree in Business, Technology, or Social Sciences
- Exceptional systems thinking and scenario modeling capabilities
- Published thought leadership on future-of-work or technology disruption
- Experience leading cross-functional strategic initiatives
- Deep understanding of global socioeconomic forces shaping 2026+ landscapes
- Proficiency in strategic foresight methodologies (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis)