Job Description
Are you a visionary leader passionate about mapping the trajectory of the next decade? Apex Horizon Group is seeking a Director of Strategic Innovation to define our roadmap for the future. In this pivotal role, you will act as the organization’s chief futurist, leveraging rigorous foresight methodologies to identify emerging trends, disruptive technologies, and market shifts that will define the landscape of 2026 and beyond.
You won't just be reacting to change; you will be architecting it. We are looking for a strategic mastermind who can translate complex future scenarios into actionable business intelligence for our executive leadership team. If you thrive on ambiguity and possess an unyielding drive to shape the future, this is your opportunity to lead the vanguard of innovation.
Responsibilities
- Lead Foresight Initiatives: Oversee the development and execution of long-term strategic plans, specifically focusing on scenarios and trends expected to impact the industry by 2026.
- Technology Trend Analysis: Continuously monitor macro-environmental shifts, including AI evolution, quantum computing, and biotechnology, to recommend strategic pivots.
- Strategic Roadmapping: Translate high-level vision into detailed operational roadmaps that align with the company's 5-year growth objectives.
- Executive Advisory: Serve as a trusted advisor to the C-Suite, presenting data-driven insights and compelling narratives for future-proofing our business model.
- Innovation Ecosystem: Cultivate relationships with futurists, think tanks, and academic institutions to stay ahead of the curve.
Qualifications
- Education: MBA or Master’s degree in Strategic Management, Futures Studies, Economics, or a related field.
- Experience: 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in strategic planning, ideally within the technology or SaaS sector.
- Methodology: Proven expertise in futures studies methodologies (e.g., Delphi technique, STEEP analysis, Horizon Scanning).
- Strategic Vision: Demonstrated ability to anticipate market disruptions and turn abstract concepts into concrete business strategies.
- Communication: Exceptional ability to synthesize complex data into clear, persuasive presentations for diverse stakeholders.