Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business innovation, where you'll shape how organizations navigate the next frontier of human progress.
As a key member of our Futures Intelligence team, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies to translate complex signals into actionable strategies. Your work will directly influence product roadmaps, investment decisions, and organizational transformation for industries including AI, biotech, and climate tech.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon-scanning research to identify emerging technologies and societal shifts with 2026+ impact
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for clients navigating disruptive transitions
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-state visions
- Author thought leadership publications on future-proofing methodologies
- Quantify market opportunities using predictive modeling and trend analysis
- Advise executive teams on innovation portfolio allocation and risk mitigation
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related quantitative field
- 8+ years in strategy consulting or corporate foresight with 2026+ project experience
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and technological forecasting
- Proven track record translating complex futures into executable business strategies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive audiences
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Futures Studies preferred