Job Description
Join FutureWorks Global as we redefine tomorrow's landscape. We seek a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect the next wave of technological disruption. This role sits at the intersection of emerging tech, market evolution, and human-centered design, requiring someone who thrives in ambiguity and transforms foresight into actionable blueprints.
As a key architect of our 2026 roadmap, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global thought leaders to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities. Your work will directly influence our $2B innovation portfolio and shape how industries evolve in the coming decade.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year innovation roadmaps aligning with 2026 technological inflection points
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, bio-convergence) to identify disruptive market opportunities
- Lead cross-functional 'Future Labs' prototyping next-gen business models and customer experiences
- Present strategic foresight reports to executive stakeholders and board members
- Establish KPIs for tracking innovation adoption and market disruption velocity
- Partner with venture capital teams to scout and acquire transformative startups
Qualifications
- 10+ years in innovation strategy, corporate development, or emerging tech research
- Proven track record developing 5+ year strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in scenario planning and technological foresight methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Exceptional data synthesis and storytelling abilities for complex futures
- Experience leading cross-functional teams through ambiguous transformation
- Advanced degree in Strategy, Futures Studies, or relevant technical field