Job Description
Join NextGen Solutions as we pioneer the future. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging technologies, market shifts, and societal transformations. Lead cross-functional teams in developing long-term roadmaps that position our clients at the forefront of innovation. Your insights will shape product roadmaps, investment strategies, and market entry plans for the next decade.
Why NextGen? We're a B Corp-certified leader in future-proofing enterprises with 95% client retention and 40% YoY growth. Enjoy flexible work, unlimited learning stipends, and equity in a company transforming how businesses adapt to tomorrow's challenges.
Responsibilities
- Forecast technology, economic, and cultural trends through 2026 using AI-driven analytics
- Develop strategic frameworks for enterprise adaptation to future disruptions
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for C-suite executives across Fortune 500 clients
- Produce annual '2026 Horizon Report' with actionable recommendations
- Collaborate with R&D to prototype future-focused solutions
- Present insights at global industry forums and publish thought leadership
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, consulting, or technology innovation
- Expertise in AI, quantum computing, or biotech convergence
- Proven track record of influencing enterprise strategy
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Economics, or Engineering
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (preferred)
- Published research on emerging technologies (required)
- Experience with scenario planning and trend mapping tools