Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the vanguard of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role demands a blend of technological foresight, market intuition, and strategic execution to position us as industry pioneers in an accelerating future landscape.
You'll lead cross-functional teams in identifying paradigm-shifting opportunities, developing scenario-based strategies, and translating complex future trends into actionable business initiatives. Your insights will directly influence product development, market expansion, and organizational resilience as we navigate exponential change.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies, socioeconomic shifts, and global megatrends to map 2026+ innovation landscapes
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks and scenario-planning models for executive decision-making
- Lead cross-functional workshops to integrate future insights into product roadmaps and business strategy
- Identify and evaluate disruptive market opportunities across AI, biotech, quantum computing, and sustainability
- Communicate complex future scenarios through compelling narratives and visual storytelling
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype next-generation solutions for 2026 market readiness
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futurism, Innovation Strategy, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- Minimum 7 years experience in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech R&D
- Proven track record of translating future trends into successful commercial initiatives
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to influence C-suite stakeholders
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications