Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group as a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect tomorrow's innovations today. We're seeking a forward-thinking leader to decode emerging trends, disrupt conventional markets, and shape our organization's roadmap for the next decade. This role blends cutting-edge research with strategic foresight to position us at the forefront of technological and societal evolution.
As a key member of our Global Futures Lab, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and industry disruptors to translate complex signals into actionable strategies. Your insights will drive multi-billion-dollar decisions across AI, biotech, and sustainable infrastructure while mentoring the next generation of futurists.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives identifying disruptive technologies and paradigm shifts affecting 2026+ markets
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for C-suite decision-making boards
- Architect cross-functional innovation roadmaps integrating emerging tech with business objectives
- Present compelling futures narratives to executive stakeholders and investor forums
- Establish proprietary trend-detection methodologies using AI-powered analytics platforms
- Mentor futurist interns and junior strategists in advanced forecasting techniques
- Publish thought leadership in peer-reviewed foresight journals and industry whitepapers
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related quantitative field
- 5+ years in strategic planning at Fortune 500 or high-growth tech startups
- Proven expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and disruption modeling
- Deep technical knowledge of AI, quantum computing, or biotech convergence
- Exceptional data storytelling skills with advanced visualization tools (Tableau, D3.js)
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., AC/CFP) or equivalent professional designation
- Published case studies demonstrating tangible business impact from foresight work
- Experience with global futures methodologies (e.g., Delphi, Horizon Scanning)